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Global Safety

The Global Safety Analyst supports the health, safety, and security of University personnel participating in international travel; researches global developments, evaluates international risk, implements travel-related compliance procedures, and delivers training to ensure that University travelers are well-prepared and protected abroad; is responsible for managing travel registration systems, monitoring adherence to University travel requirements, coordinating with internal and external partners, including Export Control and the University's international medical insurance provider; responds to emergencies.

• Prepare University personnel for international travel by providing timely and relevant health, safety, and security information
• Conduct individualized, country-specific predeparture safety and security briefings for faculty, staff, and students
• Deliver education on travel planning, cultural considerations, customs requirements, documentation needs, and security best practices
• Provide guidance to travelers on University international medical insurance coverage and assist with claims procedures and emergency medical coordination
• Facilitate clear communication between international insurance providers and University travelers, especially during emergencies
• Offer support to travelers during critical incidents, acting as a first-line responder
• Conduct comprehensive research and develop risk assessments for diverse international destinations commonly visited by University personnel
• Analyze and report on significant global events, trends, or incidents that may impact University travelers; recommend risk mitigation strategies
• Maintain proactive awareness of international travel rules, regulations, policies, and global advisories; communicate changes to relevant University stakeholders
• Oversee the travel registration system; ensure travelers are aware of registration requirements and monitor compliance with University international travel policies
• Review international travel records for adherence to Export Control regulations in coordination with the Office of Ethics and Compliance
• Track international travelers, monitor compliance gaps, and report issues
• Conduct quality assurance audits related to travel safety; maintain compliance data; prepare reports; recommend corrective actions
• Develop and deliver Global Safety orientations, workshops, and seminars for faculty, staff, and students
• Lead or support emergency preparedness workshops covering crisis planning, evacuation and repatriation procedures, and Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) enrollment
• Support the ongoing development, implementation, and evaluation of global safety policies, procedures, best practices, and training
• Coordinate with external partners including the University's international emergency assistance and medical insurance providers, embassies/consulates, and government agencies
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, overseeing professional development, and conducting performance management.

Level:

– Supervisor

Base Description:

– Supervises direct reports, but primarily completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates appropriate knowledge to perform own work; spends majority of time on tasks related to own job responsibilities. Demonstrates baseline planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills. Reviews completed work of others to verify accuracy and quality. Follows recommended approaches to assigned work. Supervises assigned staff and coordinates routine work activities. Monitors employee interactions and facilitates a productive working environment. Communicates instructions and policies in a consistent, effective and timely manner. Identifies and addresses concerns appropriately. Makes recommendations for possible solutions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Typically oversees at least 2 full–time direct reports or equivalent team of part–time and/or student workers (for Support track, performs work at Senior Support level or higher; for Professional track, performs work at the Advanced Professional level or higher)

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets for specific area and/or grant(s)

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows standard operating procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems
– Applies proven and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on difficult work assignments, conferring with manager on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– Organizes work of direct reports and may set priorities within general guidelines established by manager
– Reviews the work of others to verify accuracy, quality, and conformance to required procedures and special instructions

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and the University
– Communicates with external audiences for scheduling/coordination
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Collaborates closely with team members; may interact with other staff outside of area
– Utilizes a communication style that is appropriate for a given situation
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials

• Comp Grade – 7
• Minimum – $46,400.00
• MidPoint – $56,800.00
• Maximum – $67,300.00

• Auditing
• Consulting
• Database management
• Document management
• Emergency planning
• Investigation
• Presentation Skills
• Report writing