Internal Applicants Only?        No 
Position Type:     Senior Management 
Posting Number:     0601444 
Working Title:     Associate Vice President, Safety and Security 
Full-Time/Part-Time:     Full-Time 
Work Schedule:      
Total Hours Per Week:     40 
Pay Grade:     0 
Recruitment Salary/Range:     Commensurate with experience 
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:      
Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements:     This position requires a background, credit, educational and criminal verification check. 

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Job Open Date:     10-02-2009 
Job Closing Date:     Open Until Filled
Applicant Review Will Commence On:     10-02-2009 

II. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION      
Campus Location:     Foggy Bottom 
Division:     Executive Vice President and Treasurer (EVPT) 
College/School:     Not Applicable 
Department:     EVPT Associate VP for Financial Management, Schools & Divisions 
III. JOB VACANCY ANOUNCEMENT INFORMATION
     
Job Summary:    
The Associate Vice President (AVP) for Safety and Security leads and directs the coordination, development, and management of the GW Safety and Security Program. The Program is an integral part of GW's operations at its campuses in the District of Columbia and Virginia, as well as at locations elsewhere in the U.S. and overseas where it conducts academic programs. At all times the AVP maintains a focus on GW's mission in the planning, administration, and execution of the Program. The AVP reports to the Senior Associate Vice President for Administration in the Office of the Executive Vice President and Treasurer (EVP&T).

The role will have a broad level of interface with the leadership of the University, including the University's senior administrators. During emergency response, the AVP reports directly to the GW Leadership Group, comprised of the University's senior administrators.

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Minimum Qualifications:    
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 10 years of relevant experience. 
Desired Qualifications:    
This position is critical to the University. The necessity for substantive depth and expertise is inherent to the position and a key expectation of GW's leadership. Moreover, this will be a visible role with a high level of accountability. Minimum basic requirements for consideration for this important role include:

A cumulative total of 10 years experience, with greater length of service preferred;

7 years leadership experience in senior positions, having broad exposure and relevant certifications in one or more of the following fields: safety, security, crisis management, protective service, law enforcement, emergency medical services, emergency management, or related areas of service;
Familiarity with the environment and culture of institutions of higher education;

Demonstrated success with facilitating and coordinating partnerships among diverse groups;
Previous success with leading teams and making decisions by fostering collaboration, gathering stakeholder input, and building consensus to include and persuade people who are not in a direct line of control;
Comfortable working in a large and complex organization (including government, corporate, or academic entities) in which coordinating and cooperating with multiple peer-level departments or offices is necessary;

Ability to maintaining effective and professional working relationships with supervisors, peer-level departments or offices, and subordinates; and
Experience with strategic planning, program implementation, and success in meeting goals and budgets.

Additional characteristics of the successful candidate include:
Past successes with working collaboratively with DC government agencies; states, municipalities, and counties in the National Capital Region; and Washington-based federal agencies;
Possesses established relationships at management and operational levels of federal and local government agencies as well as nongovernmental organizations relevant to safety and security functions.

Proven ability to engage outside agencies, jurisdictions, community groups, and other public safety partners in collaborative planning and coordination around a culture of safety and security;
Has successfully managed organizational change and led organizations through transitions;
Written and oral communication skills, including preparing and leading discussions and presentations with varied audiences;
Positive, motivational leader and mentor to staff and partners;
Exercises good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions in a high-stress and dynamic environment; and
Willingness and ability to live in the Washington, DC metropolitan area with ready access to the University in the event of emergencies during the term of employment. 

Working Conditions:     The incumbent performs job duties in a normal business office environment. Tasks are generally carried out in a sedentary format. This involves working while sitting at a desk for extended periods of time. Typically, the incumbent will not be exposed to adverse weather conditions, or physical activities to perform the job. Additionally, the incumbent may be required to attend meetings in other offices.

The ability to operate basic office equipment such as personal computers, duplicating machines, fax machines and standard office telephones may also be required. 
Special Instructions to Applicants:      
Job Duties
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Function:
Oversees all plans, programs, procedures, and training, and provides guidance and relevant technical assistance to departments as appropriate, related to GW's Safety and Security Program;
Conducts strategic planning for the GW Safety and Security Program and coordinates with members of the GW community in implementing the Program and its goals and objectives;
Oversees the ongoing restructuring, integration, and team building among the University's offices and programs related to safety and security, including the University Police Department, Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management, and Environmental Health and Safety;
Coordinates GW's overall operational response in a threat or emergency situation, and provides 24/7 on-call coverage for this purpose;
Advises GW senior staff on policy decisions related to safety and security before, during and as the University recovers from crises;
Holds regular briefings on the GW Safety and Security Program with the Senior Associate Vice President and Executive Vice President and Treasurer, as well as other GW senior administrators;
Provides positive and proactive program leadership to constituent offices within the Safety and Security Program, as well as support to external University offices that are operationally relevant to safety and security functions at the University (e.g. student housing, insurance risk management, etc.);

Develops and maintains working relationships, operational partnerships and service agreements with relevant federal and DC agencies and non-governmental organizations such as the US Secret Service, US Department of Homeland Security Office of National Capital Region Coordination, DC Metropolitan Police, DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA), DC Fire Department, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF), Consortium of Universities of the Metropolitan Washington Area, Greater Washington Board of Trade, and others; makes additional connections with Washington-area security and emergency management agencies as necessary;

Ensures GW's Safety and Security Program complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations;
Uses all appropriate communication methods (including social networking and other emerging media) to develop and maintain relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external partners so as to raise awareness of and participation in GW's Safety and Security Program, and as possible means of communication in time of emergencies;

Coordinates GW's Safety and Security Program with crisis management efforts at the GW Medical Center;
Supports the University in integrating new construction, additions, and other GW building and program expansion efforts into the Safety and Security Program;
Ensures the safety and security of students, faculty and staff participating in GW's many travel abroad and study abroad programs; and
Oversees budgeting, procurement, staffing, and administration for the GW Safety and Security Program; performs other work related duties as assigned.