Associate Director, Safety and Security

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Associate Director, Safety and Security at St. Lawrence College provides strategic leadership and operational management to ensure a safe, secure, and inclusive tri-campus environment for all staff, students, and visitors. The incumbent oversees emergency planning and response, security operations, parking management, life safety systems, and occupational health and safety programs, ensuring full compliance with all applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.

In alignment with the College’s commitment to Belonging, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI), and Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being (IWKB), the Associate Director fosters a culture of respect, equity, and cultural safety within all aspects of campus safety and security operations. The role plays a critical part in advancing proactive and compassionate approaches, including membership of the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) and liaising with the Student Rights and Responsibilities team, addressing complex behavioral risks and promoting the well-being of the campus community.

Amidst an evolving risk landscape, the Associate Director champions business continuity planning, ensuring that the College is prepared to respond effectively to crises and maintain essential operations. By developing, implementing, and continuously improving comprehensive safety and security management systems, the incumbent monitors and reports on performance metrics and drives continuous improvement, supporting the College’s mission to provide a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A minimum of a 3-year Diploma or Degree in Criminology or Sociology.

A minimum of 9 years of experience leading safety and security responses, aligning operations and responses with health and safety legislation, and an understanding of the post-secondary sector and working in a unionized environment are key elements for success in this role. Essential that the incumbent have previous experience with crisis response planning and implementation. Thorough knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations, standards, principles/practices and ministry policies affecting the College (i.e., WHMIS, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Building and Fire Code) is required as well as a proven ability to write and train staff/students on policy and procedures and the ability to provide incident documentation.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Prior experience leading safety and security responses
• Aligning operations and responses with health and safety legislation
• Understanding of the post-secondary sector and working in a unionized environment are key elements for success in this role
• Essential that the incumbent have previous experience with crisis response planning and implementation.
  
  

Physical/Work Environment Essential Requirements:

The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location and work temporarily from a remote location with reliable internet access, as approved by the College and in accordance with the college’s Telework Policy.

SaLary & Terms

• Admin Group: Pay Band 12: $113,514 - $141,892 per annum, commensurate on education and experience.
• Hours per week: 37.5
• Posted Date: November 6, 2026
• Closing Date: November 20, 2026 (4:00 p.m.)
• Contract End Date: December 31, 2027
  
  

Documents

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How to Prepare your Application for Submission: You will be able to attach only one document to your application. To prepare your application: Combine your cover letter and resume as one document. Save your document in .PDF, .doc, or .docx format using Last Name, First Name as your naming convention. Click on the Apply Here link and complete the application form. Attach your cover letter/resume document to the application form.

THIS IS A FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION

This posting is for an existing vacancy at St. Lawrence College. The College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity. St. Lawrence College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. SLC provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Belonging, People & Culture at [email protected]. To obtain a copy of this position vacancy or any of the position related documents in an alternate format please contact [email protected] and our Talent Management Consultants will address your requests for accommodation confidentially.

This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.