Assistant Director, Campus Security and Public Safety

Assistant Director, Campus Security and Public Safety


At PCOM, we espouse to grow a culturally competent workforce to advance healthcare that touches the lives of underserved communities. Diversity and inclusion is the core component of our institutional identity and a key pillar of PCOM’s strategic vision. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine affirms that diversity and inclusion are crucial to the intellectual vitality of the campus community. It is through freedom of exchange over different ideas and viewpoints in supportive environments that our graduates develop the critical thinking and citizenship skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Since 1899, PCOM has trained highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners, and behavioral scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care - treating people, not just symptoms. As the field of medicine has changed, we've changed with it - adapting our program offerings to better meet the needs of healthcare providers and the communities they serve. At the main campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PCOM), the branch campus in Suwanee, Georgia (PCOM Georgia), and our newest location in Moultrie, Georgia (PCOM South Georgia), PCOM students learn to approach problem-solving in a more professional, more team-oriented manner, which prepares them to work successfully in integrated healthcare settings with other health professionals. At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine you will be part of a caring, professional, and committed community focused on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students.

We are currently seeking to fill our Assistant Director, Campus Security and Public Safety position at the Philadelphia campus with a highly qualified and passionate individual.

SUMMARY:

Assists the Director of Security and Public Safety with overseeing all aspects of the Department on the Philadelphia Campus including three (3) Health Care Centers and an apartment building.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Director of Security and Public Safety provides supervision, direction and oversees contract security staff personnel. Responsible for providing security and safety services to the college and for the protection of life and property within the college community.

Ability to remain calm and poised with a high degree of emotional security, even under provocation.

Provides and assist input to Director regarding the preparation of the College and Department policies and procedures that are relevant to security, safety, fire protection, planning, etc.

Assist, in conducting annual safety training for students, faculty, and staff members.

Report all serious incidents to the Director of Public Safety in a timely manner

Be available 24/7 to respond and report to campus for serious incidents.

Supervise and assist Allied Account Manager with daily deployment and security operations

Assist in maintaining the Department of Public Safety equipment and vehicles.

Assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing safety logistics plans for campus events

Assist Director in overseeing Active Shooter, Shelter in Place, Evacuations, Lockdown, Bomb Threat security drills.

Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of security and law enforcement principles and procedures and concepts of supervision.

Ability to work within a college environment during stressful and emotional situations.

Must possess tact and diplomacy.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing within a college environment.

Works flexible hours and maintain on-call status.

Sufficient previous supervisory administrative experience with proven managerial skills in security.

Knowledge of Security systems, procedures, and enforcement codes.

Demonstrates effective communication skills. Word, Excel, Office software, and analytical skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field required.

Minimum of 10 years law enforcement, college/university, corporation or combined experience.

Physical Demands

Frequent prolonged standing/walking

Supervisory Responsibility

Type of Supervision: Supervision of contract security personnel.

PCOM is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration. We adhere to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.