Director of Public Safety

Guilford College is hiring a full-time Director of Public Safety in Greensboro, Guilford County, to lead campus security and foster a safe, welcoming environment for a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff.

About the Role

As Director of Public Safety at Guilford College, you will oversee the department responsible for the well-being and protection of everyone on campus. This Greensboro-based leadership position calls for a seasoned professional who can balance security operations with the compassionate, values-centered spirit that defines life at Guilford. If you are seeking a meaningful professional challenge where your work directly supports the growth of students from many different backgrounds, this role offers exactly that opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day public safety operations across the Guilford College campus in Greensboro
• Develop, implement, and refine emergency preparedness, response, and prevention plans
• Lead, train, and supervise public safety staff to maintain consistent, professional service
• Build trusting relationships with students, employees, and local community partners
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, reporting standards, and institutional policies
• Promote a campus culture grounded in the College's Core Values, including community, equality, and justice

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in public safety, campus security, or a closely related field
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills, especially in emergency or high-pressure situations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for working with diverse populations
• A commitment to fairness, integrity, and stewardship that aligns with Guilford College's mission
• Willingness to work on-site full-time in Greensboro, Guilford County (this is not a remote role)

About Guilford College

People are drawn to Guilford College for many reasons, chief among them the institution's enduring Core Values of community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship. A career here offers the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of students from a wide range of backgrounds, in a setting that rewards professional ambition and purpose alike.

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