Chief/Director � Consortium Public Safety Programs

Job Title ChiefDirector Consortium Public Safety Programs Job Summary The ChiefDirector for Public Safety Programs provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Consortium Campus Public Safety Institute CPSI and public safety initiatives across member institutions Reporting to the President of the Consortium this role collaborates closely with campus police chiefs Emergency Managers public safety officials and other institutional partners to plan implement manage and evaluate police training and professional development programs and to sustain and expand the Consortiums leadership in public safety For CPSI the ChiefDirector is responsible for assessing training needs advancing modern policing practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning across all levels of campus public safety personnel This position plays a critical role in enhancing the safety and security of university communities by delivering innovative research based training grounded in 21st century policing principles and community engagement Key Responsibilities 1 Strategic Leadership & Program Development Develop and implement a comprehensive vision for CPSI training and public safety initiatives aligned with Consortium goalsServe as a trusted advisor to the President and member institutions on public safety training and development strategiesPromote a culture of continuous learning and professional development across campus public safety organizations 2 Training & Curriculum Management Assess campus police and security training needs and implement program improvementsDevelop and deliver training grounded in 21st century policing concepts including the Guardian Mindset and community engagementEnsure training programs incorporate research based data driven and peer reviewed practicesStay current on emerging trends legal updates and best practices in law enforcement and security training3 CPSI Academy Oversight Oversee the CPSI Academy and all instructional programming in collaboration with member campus police chiefsRecruit select and supervise instructors and manage contractual training personnelConduct site visits to observe training validate performance and ensure program quality and consistency The chiefdirector is typically on site for most of the Institute training4 Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration Build and maintain strong partnerships with Consortium member institutions and campus police leadershipServe as the primary liaison for the Consortium to the Police Chiefs and Emergency Managers committees Partner with the leadership of those committees to schedule meetings and provide agendas in a timely mannerConduct ongoing needs assessments with CPSI police chiefs to ensure high quality relevant training offeringsEstablish relationships with regional public safety leaders to promote collaboration and innovation5 Operational & Budget Management Develop and manage training budgets and resources effectivelyOversee contracts and external partnerships supporting training initiativesEnsure efficient execution and continuous improvement of training operationsPlan for and initiate sufficient growth to enhance the quality of the Institute and Consortium public safety initiatives through participant and program expansion andor grant and alternative funding development6 Training Environment & Instructional Excellence Foster a learning environment grounded in adult learning principles to maximize comprehension and retentionEnsure high standards of instructional delivery and program effectivenessPromote inclusive equitable and culturally responsive training practicesDevelop models of continuous training and career development including connecting to relevant degree programs at Consortium member institutions Qualifications Bachelors degree requiredMasters degree in public safety public administration law enforcement criminology police science or a related field from an accredited institution preferredDemonstrated progressive leadership experience in law enforcement security operations or public safety trainingSignificant supervisory and management experience including oversight of training programs or personnelSuccessful experience designing and delivering training in law enforcement or security environmentsStrong understanding of campus environments and the diverse communities they serveExcellent analytical strategic thinking and problem solving skillsStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships Preferred Experience working with or within higher education campus public safety organizationsFamiliarity with regional and national public safety training standards and organizationsExperience implementing data driven and evidence based training programsUnderstanding of and experience with emergency management servicesSuccess in developing services in public safety for member institutions especially law enforcement and emergency managementTrack record of developing funding resources through partnership and philanthropy Work Schedule & Benefits Salary range 110000 135000 Full time position with flexible hours and options for frequent remote workRegular travel within the Washington metropolitan area for site visits and collaboration with member institutionsOccasional evening or weekend hours may be required to support training programsComprehensive benefits package including Health insurance medical dental vision Paid time off vacation sick leave holidays Retirement plan with company match Life AD&D short term and long term disability insurance Legal resources The Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area is a nonprofit association created by higher education institutions to foster collaboration across the National Capital Region Over the past sixty years it evolved into a powerful unifying voice for its members and a force for economic and workforce development with leading programs for increasing public safety and student success Recent initiatives include collaborative development of workforce housing decreasing student hunger and pioneering new models for student health and well being