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Position Title
Associate Director of Public Safety and Assistant Chief of Police

About this Opportunity
Ball State University welcomes applications for the full-time, professional opportunity of Associate Director of Public Safety and Assistant Chief of Police.

Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.

Affordable Healthcare
Retirement
Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development

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FLSA
Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week
40

Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will

Position Function
Supports the Chief of Police in planning and coordinating the operational and personnel activities for the Office of Public Safety.

Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

Minimum Experience
Seven years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience; at least five years of supervisory experience.

Minimum Other
Certified as a police officer in the State of Indiana or have demonstrated ability by possessing comparable state law enforcement certification elsewhere and able to be certified by the state of Indiana within the first year of employment.

Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education
Advanced specialty training in criminal investigation and other police functions.

Preferred Experience
Experience in campus law enforcement; familiarity with multi-agency task forces and crime prevention/public education programming in a college or university setting.

Preferred Other
Demonstrated ability to make difficult, complex, administrative, and operational decisions. Working knowledge of the Jeanne Clery Act and the CALEA Accreditation process.

Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a Drivers License check, Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised
Police Captains, Lieutenants, Sergeants, Corporals, Officers, Detectives, Dispatchers, and civilian employees.

Required Certifications

EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department
Public Safety:152060

Department Information
The salary range for this position is $90,000 – $100,000.

Department Email or Phone Number
765-285-1832

Duties & Responsibilities
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1

Job Duty
Serve as the Assistant Chief of the University Police with responsibility for carrying out orders of the Police Chief with direct supervision of all law enforcement activities and responsibility for the public safety of the university.

Ranking
2

Job Duty
In conjunction with the Chief of Police, evaluates and modifies, as required, programs, activities, policies, procedures, rules, orders and regulations to ensure compliance with the University’s and Department’s mission, goals, objectives, core values, system’s policies, university operating procedures, department policies and state laws.

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3

Job Duty
Full supervisory responsibility for interviewing and selection, coaching, compensation, discipline, performance appraisal, training, and career development of personnel for one or more functions within a work unit.

Ranking
4

Job Duty
Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Police Department to include the interactive work products of patrol, dispatch, and investigations.

Ranking
5

Job Duty
Supervise directly and indirectly all Office of Parking Services personnel as directed; when called upon, coordinate with the Associate Director of Parking Services all necessary procedures for administration of the parking program on campus; monitor the Office of Parking Services to ensure adherence to university regulations and department objectives.

Ranking
6

Job Duty
Represent the Chief of Police as a liaison and coordinator between the university and local public safety agencies and other community groups.

Ranking
7

Job Duty
Participate in university and community committees and student groups as assigned.

Ranking
8

Job Duty
Represent the department with issues involving the bargaining unit.

Ranking
9

Job Duty
In the absence of the Police Chief assume command for the Office of Public Safety.

Ranking
10

Job Duty
Perform the duties of a Police Officer when necessary.

Ranking
11

Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401543P

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
07/01/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
05/06/2024

Applications Accepted Through Date
05/20/2024

Open Until Filled
No

Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Undergraduate Transcripts
Master’s Transcripts

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