Director of Public Safety

Director of Public Safety Category:

Administrative and Staff Positions

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Department:

Public Safety

Locations:

Loudonville, NY

Posted:

Feb 7, 2026

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time Ref. No.: A99363 Position 

ID:

197117

Share About Siena University:

Located in Loudonville, New York - just 10 minutes from the state capital of Albany - Siena empowers more than 3,400 students each year through a transformative journey we call the Education for a Lifetime. All members of the Siena University community work together to advance the University's mission to graduate Saints intent on making the world more just, peaceful, and humane. The Franciscan tradition, upon which Siena was founded, permeates throughout campus life. All community members are valued for their unique worth and recognized for their specific contributions toward the greater good. That spirit of belonging and respect reverberates across our 174-acre campus, which is ranked among the 50 most beautiful college campuses in the country by Condé Nast. Siena is leading the way in Catholic, liberal arts education, and the national rankings help tell our story. Siena ranks number one in New York for job placement; top 10 among all Catholic University in the country; and among the top three percent of all institutions in the U.S according to the Wall Street Journal. It has always been our community of dedicated and passionate Saints who make this campus a coveted destination to work, live, and learn. We hope you'll consider joining us.

Job Description:

Reporting to Vice President for Student Life, the Director of Public Safety provides leadership and expertise in the development and implementation of a comprehensive safety and emergency preparedness program to support the University's mission, values and strategic goals. As a senior member of the Vice President for Student Life's staff, the Director of Public Safety plays a key role in ensuring a safe and secure environment and fostering a sense of engagement throughout the campus, with an emphasis on positive and proactive interactions with all members of the Siena community, consonant with the University mission. The Director of Public Safety is responsible for these key priorities:

Leadership & Management:

Provide overall leadership, training, supervision, and evaluation for a staff of ~20 individuals, 2-3 of whom are direct reports.

Safety & Security Practices:

Research, implement, and evaluate policies and procedures keeping in best practice for college/university safety including pending legislation, regulatory compliance, and emergency preparedness.

Emergency Management:

Direct emergency management efforts and planning as assigned by the Vice President for Student Life.

Public Safety Investigations:

Oversee and conduct investigations of campus incidents as appropriate.

Campus Collaboration & Partnerships:

Build and maintain positive working relationships with campus partners, including, but not limited to: (1) Admissions; (2) Athletics; (3) Student Activities & Leadership Development; (4) Community Living; (5) Facilities Management, (6) Student Government Organizations and the student body, etc. Campus Liaison with

Law Enforcement:

Serve as primary liaison with local, regional, federal and state law enforcement agencies and represent Siena as needed.

Compliance & Regulatory Reporting:

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations, including, but not limited to: (1) the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act; (2) Daily Crime Log; (3) OSHA, (4) NYS Office of Fire Prevention & Control; (5) NYS Education Law 129a/ 129b, etc.

Educational Programming:

Oversee departmental efforts to provide educational programming related to safety, security, and emergency preparedness on campus. Partner with other campus offices (Health Promotion, Community Living, etc.) as well to address student needs.

Behavioral Threat Assessment:

Serve as the chair of the university's cross-functional multidisciplinary threat assessment team. This position includes participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation system in the event of campus emergencies. The Director of Public Safety is also expected to be a visible presence on campus, and may require evening/weekend hours during peak times of the academic year.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred). Minimum of 10 years progressively responsible leadership experience in law enforcement, public safety, corporate security, emergency response, or similar field. Experience in supervisory roles in higher education public safety is preferred. Extensive knowledge of security related technology. Demonstrated experience and excellence in conducting investigations. Demonstrated experience in emergency preparedness and critical incident response management. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and aptitude to work with people of different ages and temperaments and from various cultures and backgrounds. Superior written and oral communication skills. Crisis intervention and management skills. Demonstrated skills and experience in: planning, implementing, and evaluating programs; budget development and fiscal/statistical management; organizational goals development. Ability and willingness to participate in a 24/7 on call rotation and work occasional evening and weekend hours as required. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and insurability at the time of appointment and must maintain such license and insurability throughout the tenure of employment.

Additional Information:

Annual Salary:

$94,020 •The hiring salary above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting in compliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law. Siena University offers a generous benefit package to eligible full-time employees. The highlights include: Retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of compensation (as defined under the plan) after meeting the plan's eligibility requirements Tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents Health, dental and vision insurance Eligible University employees enjoy a work schedule that includes half-day Fridays in the summer and an expansive holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break Other perks currently include complimentary breakfast Thursdays in the dining hall, access to University community lectures and productions, complimentary University gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more. Siena University is a Franciscan and Catholic institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission. Siena cares for and values each member of its workforce and actively supports upward mobility. We are a community of Siena Saints, and as we often say, the world needs more Saints! Siena University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. . A background screening is required for finalist applicants for all University positions.