State Prog Admin Supervisor Principal- Senior Director of Security and Safety

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Working Title:

State Prog Admin Supervisor Principal- Senior Director of Security and Safety

Institution:

St. Cloud Technical and Community CollegeState Prog Admin Supv Prin

Bargaining Unit / Union:

216: Middle Management Association

City:

St. Cloud

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

Job Description

This position provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for the College's Security, Emergency Management, Environmental Health and Safety, Risk Management, and Parking programs. The position is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive safety, security, emergency preparedness, compliance, and risk mitigation strategies that support a safe, inclusive, and secure learning and working environment for students, employees, and visitors. Responsibilities include directing campus safety and emergency response operations; ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and reporting requirements; overseeing environmental health and safety initiatives; managing risk management activities; supervising safety and security personnel; administering departmental budgets and technology systems; and serving as the College's primary liaison with law enforcement, emergency management organizations, regulatory agencies, and community partners. The position also serves as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator/Investigator, supporting the College's compliance efforts related to discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. Through strategic planning, leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement, this position advances a culture of safety, accountability, preparedness, and student success across the institution.

 

Salary Range: $34.71- $50.25 per hour

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of relevant work experience.
  • Education in a related field may substitute for experience as follows: Associate degree = 6 months of experience; Bachelors = 12 months of experience; Masters = 18 months of experience.

• Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead;
• Solid knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, MNOSHA, MPCA, NFPA, and state codes), with strong ability to interpret and communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to perform collegewide strategic planning and strategic direction. Coordinates with local, state and federal offices for a comprehensive safety plan.
• Effective communicator with experience serving diverse populations and a high level of cultural sensitivity.
• Proficient in presenting ideas clearly across written, verbal, and visual formats, and adept with standard office software and productivity tools.
• Requires a Class D Driver’s License as the successful candidate must pass driving and background checks.

Physical Requirement

The essential physical functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations

 

• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, video conference, radio, and electronic communication systems.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position and use a computer and standard office equipment for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move throughout campus and other work locations to attend meetings, assess facilities, respond to incidents, conduct inspections, and oversee operations.
• Ability to travel between campus locations and off-site meetings, trainings, or emergency response activities as required.
• Ability to access various campus environments, including offices, classrooms, parking facilities, and outdoor locations.
• Ability to observe and assess situations, review documents, and monitor security systems and emergency communications equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, move, or transport materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions when responding to incidents, conducting inspections, participating in emergency exercises, or overseeing campus events.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations that may require rapid movement to incident locations.
• Ability to safely navigate stairs, uneven surfaces, and other areas of campus during routine operations and emergency situations.

 

Preferred Qualification 

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in relevant area.
• Eight (8) or more years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in risk management, business operations continuity planning, security/law enforcement operations, emergency management or related area.
• Experience in reviewing and evaluating work environments, identifying/recognizing potential environmental health hazards and evaluating and applying corrective measures.
• Knowledge of FEMA and Homeland Security requirements sufficient to administer security and emergency management responsibilities.
• Multiple professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Hazardous Materials Management (CHMM), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), or course work in emergency management.
• Advanced Incident Command System training and FEMA course work.
• Knowledge of Data Privacy Act and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Experience in higher education, government, or other complex public-sector organizations.
• Bilingual/multilingual in Spanish, Somali, French, Hmong, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.

 

Other Requirements

 

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Minnesota State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

 

A job offer may be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Criminal Background Check

• Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only)

• Employment Reference Check

• Conflict of Interest Review

 

Employment eligibility: The college regrets that is in unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

 

Typical Work Shift (Days of work) Monday – Friday with occasional night or weekend hours

 

Telework: No

 

About

St. Cloud Technical & Community College (SCTCC) is committed to providing high-quality, accessible education that prepares students for fulfilling careers and lifelong learning. Rooted in its mission to provide the education, training, and support necessary for equitable participation in our society, economy, and democracy. SCTCC strives to foster an inclusive learning environment that addresses and reduces equity gaps. Through dedicated efforts in equity, diversity, and inclusion, the college works to ensure all students—regardless of background—have the opportunity to succeed and thrive.

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

 

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

11-18-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

10-19-2026

Close Date:

10-28-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Christine H Blommer

Posting Contact Email:

cblommer@sctcc.edu