Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Threat Assessment Coordinator, University Police Services [R0134062]

ROLE of the POSITION

The Threat Assessment Coordinator, reports to the Detective Sergeant and serves at the direction of the Vice President and Director of University Police Services. The coordinator manages violence prevention and threat management programs, including active coordination and participation in the institutional Student Behavioral Intervention Teams (BIT), monitoring of employees and individuals of concern and their activities, and assessing persons who may be a threat to others or themselves. The individual will help triage, investigate, and coordinate assigned threat cases. The position is responsible for ensuring that all stakeholders potentially impacted by individuals are aware of the risks, best practices and available options. The position reviews all new cases, conducts follow-up, maintains records and closes out active cases. The individual works collaboratively with institutional partners to recommend trespasses, conduct assessment, and develop safety and contingency plans. The position provides a variety of training programs to address identifying potential l threats, managing training to employees on behavioral patterns of troubled individuals. The coordinator will be available for emergencies after-hours and on weekends regarding threat cases.

The position also assumes a leadership role in forming relationships with key constituents. The incumbent acts independently in assessing and developing action plans to address and alleviate threats. The individual case management plans are developed and executed with routine reporting to their supervisor. The decisions, judgments, and results of work performed by this position can impact the degree of liability facing NSHE institutions and the possible risk of injury to students, faculty, staff, and the community. There is a high level of visibility in internal and external relations between this position and law enforcement personnel, mental health organizations, courts and the community which requires a high degree of initiative and judgment in building and maintaining those relationships. The position must have a higher level knowledge of threat assessment and case management, violence prevention and intervention techniques, current law, statutes, ordinances, regulations, practices, and court decisions in the area of workplace violence, threat assessment, and other applicable topics in order to complete tasks assigned.

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) was established in 1865 and is currently comprised of two doctoral-granting universities, a state college, four comprehensive community colleges and one environmental research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada is governed by the Board of Regents serving over 100,000 students and 15,000 employees.

University Police Services, Southern Command, is a full service category I law enforcement agency that serves the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the College of Southern Nevada, the Desert Research Institute and Nevada State College. The department consists of 163 employees and has responsibility for the public safety needs of 80,000 students, faculty and staff over an 800 square mile service area. Law enforcement operations consists of 80 full and part time sworn peace officers, a full service 9-1-1 Center, K-9 operations; emergency management operations with a fully functional EOC and oversight of major special events hosting more than a million visitors a year to various events.

We operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and are the providers and/or coordinators for all emergency services on campus. The University Police Services Department is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the department. Our priority is to create a professional and diverse police department staffed and equipped to serve the community.

For more information, visit us on line at: https://www.unlv.edu/police

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor's from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and four years of related professional experience or Master's Degree with two years of related professional experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE

Required

• Threat assessment and case management in a Institutional environment
• Current law, statutes, ordinances, regulations, practices and court decisions in the areas of workplace violence, threat assessment, and other applicable topics
• Violence prevention and intervention techniques and a strong theoretical understanding of violence
• Strong Microsoft Office Suit, Google Suites, Adobe Acrobat, and the ability to learn specialized data basis.
• Ability to work across multiple departments, with various administrators, and community members.
  

Preferred

• Knowledge of all aspects of the higher education environment including organizational structures, institutional policies, state and federal laws, regulations, policies, operations, and procedures
• Law enforcement knowledge.
• Working knowledge of campus functions and established relationships with various units across NSHE, CSN, DRI, UNLV, and NSC.
• Knowledge of university/college/NSHE policies and procedures.

SKILLS

Required

• Ethical decision making
• Effective problem solving, decision-making, and analytical and investigative skills and collaboration and coordination with other staff, law enforcement, courts and mental health professionals
• Possess strong interpersonal verbal and written skills, be highly organized, able to communicate effectively, efficiently, and professionally in a timely manner with a variety of constituents.
• Orientation towards promoting customer service.
• Act independently in a dynamic and demanding environment; resolve escalated issues utilizing knowledge or procedures and exercise discretion and good judgment, upholding the highest level of confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and organization skills to manage multiple intersecting programs, tracking and extracting information for programs collectively and individually.

Preferred

• Experience producing professional reports, evaluations, and strategic planning materials.

ABILITIES

Required

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Work with diverse and sometimes difficult situations and individuals and be able to effectively diffuse volatile situations
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, colleagues, law enforcement, community members, parents, courts and mental health professionals
• and students in an increasingly diverse environment
• Understand and interpret formalized policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations
• Maintain professional business and work ethics and standards
• Develop and implement training curriculum on topics related to effective communication strategies, suicide prevention, workplace violence, violence awareness, classroom/office behavior management and dealing with difficult individuals

Preferred

• Have the ability and experience in managing a range of non-routine projects and events, with close attention to detail, fiscal management, strategic purpose and vision. Requires follow-through on overarching and extensive projects.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

SALARY RANGE

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• No state income tax
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

• Flexible work schedule (depending on your department)
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Employee discount at UNLV's Student Wellness Recreation Center
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on December 27, 2022.

Materials should be addressed to Detective Supervisor, William Williams, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, <"R0134062"> in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

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<PREFERRED STATEMENT> The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.

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TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both.

Information pertaining to the University's grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEOGRY

Administrative Faculty

Exempt
Yes

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

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The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age, disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, or religion.jeid-cc728c60d7efc046898f0faba99eff0c