Associate Vice President, Education Campus Security

Description

The Associate Vice President (AVP) of Education Campus Security provides strategic leadership, coordination, and oversight of all security operations across Gloucester County’s education system through a shared services agreement among Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), Gloucester County Institute of Technology (GCIT), Gloucester County Special Services School District (GCSSSD), and the County of Gloucester.

This role directs a unified and collaborative security framework to ensure the safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors across all participating institutions. The AVP develops policies, manages inter-agency coordination, oversees emergency preparedness, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and accreditation standards while aligning services with institutional missions and county priorities.

Examples of Duties

• Develop and administer a comprehensive, countywide campus security strategy aligned with higher education and K-12 safety best practices.
• Serve as the lead authority for shared security services among all participating educational partners.
• Advise executive leadership and boards on security strategy, risk mitigation, and emerging threats.
• Develop and maintain Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), operating procedures, and service-level agreements (SLAs) among partner organizations
• Oversee daily operations of campus security across participating institutions.
• Standardize processes and procedures across campuses to promote consistency and efficiency.
• Monitor staffing levels, training, performance metrics, and operational readiness.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments across campuses.
• Serve as the primary authority for emergency planning, incident management, and disaster preparedness across institutions.
• Develop, maintain, and test emergency management plans in compliance with OSHA, Clery Act, and state regulations.
• Coordinate tabletop and live drills with institutional leaders and external agencies.
• Lead response to critical incidents and coordinate cross-institutional communications during emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and county safety regulations and accreditation requirements.
• Oversee Clery Act compliance and crime reporting standards for applicable institutions.
• Manage incident reviews and corrective action plans.
• Lead safety audits and continuous improvement efforts.
• Act as the principal liaison with Gloucester County, local law enforcement, emergency management agencies, and public safety departments.
• Coordinate joint training exercises and partnerships with police, fire, EMS, and public safety officials.
• Represent education institutions in county-wide emergency response planning initiatives.
• Develop and manage the shared-services security budget.
• Analyze cost efficiencies and recommend resource allocations.
• Oversee procurement, contracts, and vendor relationships related to security operations and technology.
• Lead implementation and management of security systems, including access control, video surveillance, alarm systems, and emergency notification platforms.
• Evaluate and implement technology upgrades that align with system-wide strategy.
• Ensure staff compliance with mandatory training requirements.
• Establish professional development programs and leadership training.
• Promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and service excellence.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

SUPERVISION

Minimum Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

If certain conditions exist, this position requires you to have access to personal technological equipment and capabilities to perform your duties. Supplemental Information

COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at Rowan College of South Jersey. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the College. For more information about RCSJ’s vaccine requirements, visit the RCSJ Coronavirus Updates website for the latest information.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.