Job Details

Executive Director - Office of the Vice Chancellor for Public Safety

Position Number: 6657611
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Executive Director - Office of the Vice Chancellor for Public Safety

Requisition Number: 68050
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 22-Oct-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

Division of Public Safety at CU Boulder encourages applications for an Executive Director - Office of the Vice Chancellor for Public Safety! Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Public Safety, the Executive Director of the Office of the Vice Chancellor serves as an executive leader responsible for advancing campus safety, operational effectiveness, and community trust across the CU Boulder Division of Public Safety (DPS). This role manages high-level initiatives, coordinates cross-departmental efforts, and ensures alignment with DPS and University-wide priorities such as video management systems (VMS), electronic access control systems, situational awareness systems, records management systems, etc., ensuring reliable, scalable, and innovative systems that advance CU Boulder's mission to safeguard its people, assets, and community.

The Executive Director supervises key leadership positions, including the Director of Accreditation & Senior Executive Advisor, Director of Professional Accountability, the Director of Public Safety IT Systems, and Director of Strategic Communications. This role drives a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement while delivering measurable results.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Risk & Compliance Oversight: Manage planning, risk tracking, data privacy, Clery Act compliance, and accreditation support.
Strategic Technology Leadership: Develop and lead the roadmap for public safety tech systems aligned with university safety and IT goals.
Innovation & Evaluation: Assess emerging technologies (AI, analytics, cybersecurity) to improve situational awareness and efficiency.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison among Public Safety, IT, Legal, Facilities, and campus partners to drive policy and operational alignment.

Current and Anticipated Initiatives:

Supporting enhancing campus safety phase 1 and 2.
Implementing recommendations from the 21st Century Policing Report.
Organizing and enhancing training and professional development programs.
Leading initiatives to improve safety operational efficiencies.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Division of Public Safety seeks to facilitate and coordinate a culture that supports the Boulder campus' commitment to maintain the highest level of ethics, integrity and safety in the conduct of its operations. We do this through services to enhance community safety, protect life and property, and foster safe, secure and ethical practices.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Initiative Management and Execution

Lead high-priority initiatives from initiation through completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Develop, manage, and track initiative plans, budgets, achievements, and measurable outcomes.
Oversee enhancements to accreditation, training programs, and operational efficiencies.

Collaboration and Partner Engagement

Build and lead cross-functional teams to achieve DPS objectives.
Serve as the primary liaison to campus leadership, faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
Foster strong, trust-based relationships with community partners.
Coordinate and facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration across University departments.

Analysis and Policy Development

Analyze operational challenges, risk, and compliance issues to provide data-driven recommendations.
Formulate, implement, and maintain policies aligned with DPS and University-wide goals.
Ensure compliance with city, state, federal laws, and institutional policies.

Communication and Reporting

Direct the flow of information on initiatives, ensuring transparency and accuracy.
Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and briefings for senior leadership and external collaborators.
Promote a culture of communication excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What We Can Offer

Starting salary range is $150,000 - $180,000.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be diverse. Be supportive. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelor's degree in policy, business, public administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Six years of progressively responsible experience in public safety or related fields, including supervisory experience.
Demonstrated leadership in managing complex initiatives and diverse teams.

What You Will Need

Leadership & Vision: Ability to set direction, inspire confidence, and balance short-term execution with long-term planning.
Collaboration & Influence: Skilled in relationship-building, consensus-building, and navigating complex organizations.
Analytical & Policy Expertise: Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and policy development skills.
Communication Excellence: Outstanding written, oral, and presentation skills; comfortable addressing diverse audiences.
Technical Skill: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, presentation/graphic tools, and safety/security technologies.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by October 22, 2025, for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Executive-Director-Office-of-the-Vice-Chancellor-for-Public-Safety/68050