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Associate Director, Department of Public Safety/PoliceExternal Applicant Instructions
Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application. Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields - you will need to verify that the data is accurate. In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.
Department of Public Safety/Police
Associate Director
Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President of Public Safety and Campus Police, the Associate Director assists in the administration of the Department of Public Safety/Police; manages one or more sections of the department; acts with the authority of the Assistant Vice President in their absence; and does related work as required. The Associate Director works with the university community to provide a safe environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors at all campus locations. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. This position assists the Assistant Vice President with response in crisis and emergency situations.
Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree; four years of professional experience in law enforcement or a related field; and a driver's license valid in New Jersey is required. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis. Master’s degree and ten years of command level police experience is preferred. Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent organizational skills, including comparative research; excellent interpersonal skills; and computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.
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