Clery Program Coordinator

Updated: 8 days ago
Location: Lawrence, KANSAS

27616BR

Office Civil Rights &Title IX


Position Overview

As a premier international research university, the University of Kansas is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that nurtures the growth and development of all. KU holds steadfast in the belief that an array of values, interests, experiences, and intellectual and cultural viewpoints enrich learning and our workplace. The promotion of and support for a diverse and inclusive community of mutual respect require the engagement of the entire university.

As a One University position, the Clery Program Coordinator will assist the Director of Clery Compliance with the University of Kansas Clery Act Compliance program which includes all of KU, KUMC, and KLETC’s campuses. This includes writing the ASFSRs, coordinating the CSA training, and monitoring the data collection across all of our campuses. The ideal candidate will have the aptitude to work independently, multitask, meticulously organized, take initiative, ability to adapt, and handle highly sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees. KU is a great place to work!


Job Description

Clery Responsibilities – 95%

  • Assist the Director of Clery Compliance with the University of Kansas Clery Act Compliance program. Maintain, implement, update, and communicate KU’s Clery Compliance policies, program, activities, and procedures internally and externally.
  • Assist the Director of Clery Compliance with compiling, preparing, publishing, and distributing various reports on various timelines, such as Annual Security Report, Fire Safety Report, and other crime statistic reports. Ensure notices announcing the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report are properly developed in compliance with all requirements and available to prospective and current students, employees, and Campus Security Authorities (CSAs).
  • Assist the Director of Clery Compliance with all Clery records. Establish, gather/collect, organize, and maintain records. Ensure system is accurate, easily accessible, and in compliance with Clery Act, such as crime, fire, disciplinary referral, and travel data from various internal and external sources. Ensures documented proof of compliance for all Clery audits.
  • Acts as a liaison to campus departments, law enforcement agencies, and the state police, in formulation of data records, facilitate information sharing, and compilation of annual reports. Analyze, interpret, and consolidate data from these sources with information and policies from various sources.
  • Work with the appropriate departments to identify all Campus Security Authorities and maintains a list of them for each academic year.  Provide, facilitate, or manage the training of identified Campus Security Authorities, collaborating with appropriate offices.
  • Coordinate with the appropriate campus departments to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
  • Work with the institutional police department/public safety records division to ensure proper classification of crime incident reports.
  • Ensure that at least one annual HEOA test is completed that includes all required components.
  • Collaborates with the Emergency Management and Public Information Officer to ensure compliance with the "Emergency Notification" and “Timely Warning” requirements of the Clery Act.
  • Ensure the institution maintains accurate records on security awareness and crime prevention programs and presentations.
  • Coordinate with appropriate campus offices to maintain an accurate list of buildings and properties owned and/or controlled by the institution domestically and internationally.
  • Stay abreast of pending and final changes to the Clery Act and other laws or regulations affecting Clery Act provisions and shares information with stakeholders.
  • Work with various institutional offices to ensure compliance with the provisions of the Drug Free Schools, Safe Campus, and Sexual Assault Victim's Bill of Rights.
Other duties as assigned

– 5%


Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree OR Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, or related field plus three (3) years of experience in procedural or policy administration, data analysis and reporting, or other related compliance activities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills as demonstrated through application materials, interview and/or references.
  • At least 1 year experience with Microsoft office suite products and databases.
  • Work experience demonstrating the handling of confidential information.

  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Two (2) years of relevant experience in higher education, will consider full-time or part-time.
  • Experience complying with requirements of the Clery Act.
  • Experience working with law enforcement offices and crime reporting.
  • Experience or demonstrated familiarity with the University of Kansas and/or University of Kansas Medical Center.
  • Experience working with Maxient.
  • Masters degree in Communications, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, or related field.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining open lines of communication with others as evidenced by experience and application materials.
  • Meticulous organizational skills; skill in analyzing organizational problems and identifying effective solutions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills as evidenced by application materials and interview process.
  • Demonstrated understanding and commitment to compliance within higher education.

  • Contact Information to Applicants

    Jason Goodman
    [email protected]


    Additional Candidate Instruction

    In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

  • A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
  • Resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Contact information for three professional references.
  • Application review will begin Monday, April 22nd and will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates has been identified.

    Advertised Salary Range

    $45,000 - $60,000


    Application Review Begins

    22-Apr-2024


    Anticipated Start Date

    06-May-2024


    Primary Campus

    University of Kansas Lawrence Campus


    Employee Class

    U-Unclassified Professional Staff


    Work Schedule

    Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm


    Job Family

    Administrative/Management-KUL


    Work Location Assignment

    Hybrid


    Disclaimer

    The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.



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