To direct staff engaged in campus and special event security, perform related work.

Primary work schedule 8 am - 5 pm.

May be required to work weekends and evenings.

Boise State University’s Department of Public Safety is responsible for more than ”people safety.” In addition to university Security, our team includes the university's Emergency Management Department, Transportation (Shuttle buses and the Cycle Learning Center) and Parking, and Integrated Security Technology. Department of Public Safety employees are responsible for the safety of everyone on campus through a variety of programs. We believe in supporting our team members in all roles of their life. We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay rates, meaningful and impactful work, and healthy teams. Public Safety will encourage you to take time doing what is most important to you, whether that is spending time with family, traveling, or increasing your education. We want the best employees. If you are a high performer who's gotten lost at other organizations who just don't seem to get it, come meet us. We are different and always seeking ways to improve. Apply and let us prove it!

Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of operational or technical employees. A portion of time may be spent performing individual tasks related to the unit; however, supervisory activities must constitute a primary part of the job. Supervises unit operations to ensure compliance with departmental or campus policies, procedures, and defined internal controls. Ensures accountability and stewardship of campus resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental standards and procedures.

General
● Plans and directs security activities for special events to include traffic and crowd control, substance abuse awareness, and first aid.
● Prepares training materials and conducts training for full- and part-time security staff; ensures that sufficient inventory of supplies and equipment is available for staff; completes payroll forms; computes cost to provide security at special events and bills responsible parties; participates in hiring of staff; schedules personnel to ensure adequate security coverage; evaluates staff performance.

Event Security Coordinator
● Assume the event security responsibilities of the Security Manager in his/her absence.
● Assist the security manager with the development and completion of event action plans.
● Manage the university's event security equipment and technical program.
● Help the Security Manager develop plans and approaches to various events posted on campus, utilizing a multi-disciplinary strategy that brings together all pertinent stakeholders to collaborate on developing policies, procedures and systems to ensure the safety of events.
● Attend meetings that require a security component as directed by assistant director of event security.
● Coordinate the university's event security operations, including game day security and other athletic events, large campus events and concerts, and other events on campus.
● Plans and organizes event security staffing, equipment and facilities requirements.
● Coordinate and schedule security staffing as needed.
● Meets with campus event organizers to establish schedules, and determine security needs.
● Coordinates with supervisors and crews all aspects of event security setup to include walk-through metal detectors, tamis barriers, prohibit item signage, tents and lighting equipment.
● Perform tasks as assigned by the Security Manager when operational needs exist to ensure adequate security coverage of campus events.

Event Security Training
● Coordinate with the Security Manager the development and presentation of pre-event security training for campus staff, 3rd party providers and contracted police officers.
● Provide training to internal and external security personnel as required.

Administrative
● Help the Security Manager monitor event budgets and expenditures.
● Provide event security statistical data for annual budget preparation and after-action reports.
● Maintain event and security staff training records.
● Coordinate with the assistance director the development of event security contracts to include 3rd party security, tent rental and Boise Police Department proposals and invoices.
● Maintain accurate inventory of event security equipment to include metal detectors, hand wands, tamis barriers, prohibited item signage, and other equipment.

Supervising Event Staff
● Supervision of 3rd-party contracted security staff for pre-event setup and post-event take-down operations.
● Supervision of walk-through metal detector movement, placement, and equipment start-up.
● Supervise the storage, upkeep, repair, and charging of walk-through metal detectors, hand wands, and other event security equipment.

May perform other duties as assigned.

● Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems
● Ability to communicate information effectively
● Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote an effective operation.

Good knowledge of: self-defense measures; first aid; security problems and safety hazards as they relate to a large complex of buildings and grounds.

Some knowledge of supervisory practices.

Experience: performing investigations incidental to security activities; training others in security procedures; completing investigative reports; making oral presentations.

A valid Driver's License is required to drive campus vehicles.

2-4 years of experience in the event security-related field, preferably in a college or university setting.

To be considered for the position, please submit the following material:

● Resume with employment history (including dates of employment)
● Cover Letter indicating your interest and qualifications for the position
● 3 Professional References

Applications without these items will not be considered.

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

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