Manager of Protective Intelligence and Physical Security

Summary
This position is a full-time, primarily on-campus role with off site visits as needed.
Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for system issues or project needs.

The Manager of Protective Intelligence and Physical Security is responsible for the coordination and oversight of campus protective intelligence operations, emergency communications systems, physical security programs, and related security project management initiatives in support of the college’s overall safety and crisis management mission. This position serves as a key operational leader focused on maintaining situational awareness, protecting institutional assets, and supporting a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

The position oversees the collection, evaluation, analysis, and dissemination of security-related intelligence involving campus threats, suspicious activity, demonstrations, special events, criminal activity, and emerging risks. The manager works closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies as well as internal stakeholders to support threat assessment, incident prevention, and operational planning.

The manager is also responsible for oversight of security communications systems and operational coordination capabilities, including radio communications, emergency notification systems, dispatch support functions, and interoperability during emergency incidents and large-scale campus events.

The physical security component of the role includes management of access control systems, CCTV and video surveillance programs, intrusion alarm systems, perimeter security measures, and other integrated security technologies. The manager conducts security assessments, identifies vulnerabilities, and develops recommendations to strengthen campus security infrastructure and operational readiness.
In addition, the position manages security-related projects from planning through implementation.
This includes coordinating security technology upgrades, infrastructure improvements, vendor relationships, budgeting support, timelines, installation oversight, and cross-department collaboration to ensure projects are completed efficiently and aligned with institutional security objectives.

This position supports crisis management operations, executive protection initiatives, emergency response coordination, and continuity planning efforts. The manager also assists in developing policies, procedures, training programs, and operational standards that support the institution’s protective security objectives.

Essential Job Functions:

Physical activity may include walking to various campus buildings, accessing ceiling spaces, and lifting equipment.