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Generally Monday – Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, possible nights and weekends based on need.

The Threat Response Manager will serve as a key member of the Department of Public Safety’s Threat Assessment and Management Team ( TAM-T) reporting to the Director of TAM-T. This position will work closely with campus stakeholders, applying professional judgment, discretion, and sensitivity to complex situations involving potential threats, safety concerns, and individuals in crisis.

The incumbent will conduct investigations and gather information in identifying, assessing, and managing individuals who may pose threat to the university or a public safety concern to the campus community, including reviewing referrals, conducting interviews, analyzing findings, and collaborating with multidisciplinary partners to inform assessment and management strategies. This position will support event security to include both risk and threat assessment of events, and will also support active threat training throughout campus.

Safety is a top priority for the University of Utah. The Chief Safety Officer ( CSO) for the University is the Director of Public Safety and serves as chief of police services. The CSO is responsible for overseeing the University’s Department of Public Safety, which includes the following operational divisions: University Police, Campus Security, Health Security, Emergency Management, Emergency Communications, and the central administrative Office of the CSO

Safety looks and feels different to each person, and the U Department of Public Safety is committed to working with the community to foster a safe environment where all individuals feel empowered and equipped to succeed in their work, education, and other business with the university.

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1. Conduct fact-finding investigations to support the Threat Assessment and Management Team ( TAM-T) in identifying, assessing, and managing potential threats to campus safety.
2. Gather and evaluate information through interviews, records reviews, open-source intelligence, and collaboration with internal and external partners.
3. Prepare investigative reports, timelines, and case documentation for review by the multidisciplinary team.
4. Provide input into case assessments and management plans, ensuring information is thorough, accurate, and actionable.
5. Support event security assessments and active threat training coordination throughout campus.
6. Document and communicate findings in clear, professional reports while maintianing sensitivity to individuals’ lived experiences.
7. Serve as a resource and subject matter expert on behavioral threat assessment and management ( BTAM). Work closely with campus stakeholders, including law enforcement, human resources, student affairs, and Office of Equal Opportunity and Threat Assessment to share findings and inform decisions.
8. Support the development of best practices, policies, and standard operating procedures within TAM-T.
9. Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and compliance with institutional policies and applicable laws.

Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department.

Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required.

Master’s degree in a related area may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

- Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management ( BTAM) experience
- Investigation experience
- Higher education and/or healthcare experience
- Event risk assessment experience
- Working knowledge of Standard Response Protocol and Active Threat
Training
- Experience with training delivery and public speaking

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu


https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.