Director, Campus Safety and Security

Open Until Filled The initial application review date is Thursday, November 12, 2026. Under the general direction of the Vice President of Administrative Services, the Director of Safety and Security plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and evaluates the comprehensive safety and security program for the Gavilan Community College District. The Director provides senior leadership for all campus security operations, emergency preparedness, security systems administration, and personnel safety across all district sites. This position is responsible for establishing and advancing a professional, proactive, and data-informed security program that supports the district's mission and ensures a safe and welcoming learning environment.This is a single-position director-level classification with full management accountability for the district's safety and security functions. Unlike a supervisory classification, the Director exercises broad administrative authority over strategic planning, policy development, budget management, staffing, and inter-agency coordination. The Director serves as the district's primary subject matter expert for all physical security, emergency management, and public safety matters. The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title. Leadership & Administration Provide strategic vision, direction, and leadership for all safety and security programs and operations across district sites Develop, implement, and evaluate the district's Security Master Plan, aligned with institutional goals and industry best practices Serve as a member of the district's administrative leadership team; advise the Vice President of Administrative Services and other senior administrators on security matters Represent the district in interactions with law enforcement agencies, county emergency services, California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office, and other external partners Oversee development, implementation, and regular review of all security policies, procedures, and protocols Prepare and administer the department budget;identifyand recommend capital expenditures for security infrastructure, technology, and training Operations & Security Systems Direct security patrol operations, parking enforcement, and emergency response activities across all district facilities and campuses Ensure operational readiness of all campus security personnel and security systems at all times Maintainproficiencyin and oversee administration of physical security systems,including access control systems, video management systems (VMS), intrusion detection, and emergency notification platforms Coordinate with Facilities and Information Technology departments on the design, installation, maintenance, and integration of physical security systems Respond to or direct response to security emergencies, critical incidents, and after-hours situations; serve in an on-call capacity as required Ensure timely and thorough investigation of security incidents, criminal activity, and safety hazards; maintain accurate records and documentation Data, Metrics & Continuous Improvement Develop, manage, and regularly report on key department performance metrics to identify security vulnerabilities, patterns, trends, and gaps across district sites Analyze crime statistics, incident reports, patrol activity, and response time data to drive evidence-based decision-making Use metrics analysis tomodifystaffing levels, patrol deployment, resource allocation, and operational priorities as needed to address emerging risks Prepare and publish the annual Clery Act "Right-to-Know" crime statistics report in full compliance with federal requirements Conduct periodic vulnerability assessments and security audits of all district facilities; develop corrective action plans and track remediation to completion Present data-driven security reports and briefings to district leadership, the Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders asrequired Personnel & Training Recruit, select, train, supervise, evaluate, and develop all security department personnel, including Campus Security Officers and support staff Develop and administer a comprehensive security training program addressing emergency response, de-escalation, crisis intervention, campus policy enforcement procedures, access control operations, report writing, and customer service Ensure the ongoing professional development of all security personnel through structured training plans, certification pathways, and continuing education opportunities Establish clear performance expectations; conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching, mentoring, and progressive discipline as appropriate Foster a professional department culture grounded in integrity, service, and continuous improvement Emergency Management & Compliance Develop,maintain, and exercise the district's Campus Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) in coordination with the President's Cabinet and district administrators Serve as the district's primary liaison to the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), FEMA, and local emergency management agencies Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, including but not limited to the Clery Act, Title IX (security-related provisions), California Penal Code sections applicable to campus security, and California Education Code Coordinate Threat Assessment Team activities;participatein the assessment and management of behavioral threats to campus safety Plan and coordinate campus emergency drills, tabletop exercises, and after-action reviews Serveas evening administrator and perform other duties as assigned.