About this role
The University of Notre Dame’s global footprint includes more than 7,000 international trips, 150+ international-based staff at 12 facilities across 11 countries, and a consistent ranking among the Top 10 institutions for undergraduate study-abroad participation, with programs in 30+ countries.
The Assistant Director of Global Safety & Security is responsible for providing analytical and operational support for the health, safety, and security aspects of overseas travel, study, research, and international engagement by students, faculty, and staff. This role is crucial for running and enhancing the University's travel risk management program.
Reporting to the Director of Global Safety & Security, the Assistant Director collaborates with various campus departments, international staff, and the university's global partners and network.
The Assistant Director supports the Director in all aspects of international security-related activities and crisis response, works with Campus Safety & University Operations, and may act on behalf of the Director as needed. The Assistant Director serves as the Director’s principal operational support and designated deputy for assigned functions, helping ensure continuity of leadership, decision-making, and program operations. The Assistant Director may represent or act on behalf of the Director within delegated authority, including during the Director’s absence.
Key responsibilities include:
overseeing health, safety, and security initiatives for international travel and assignmentsconducting risk assessments and designing mitigation plansmanaging the university's international travel registration systemresponding to emergencies abroadensuring compliance with international travel and operations policies.This position offers the flexibility to work remotely up to one day per week, based on business needs and team requirements.
Education Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (4 years)
Experience: 4+ years
Degree Qualifications: Relevant experience in international travel safety, risk management, emergency management, or global academics and operations, or a combination of
Skill Qualifications:
Minimum of four years relevant experience in international travel safety and risk management, emergency management, and/or intelligence/risk analysisStrong knowledge of international relations and geopolitical issuesExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlinesCustomer service orientedAptitude to solve problems and make quick and effective decisionsDemonstrated ability to remain calm and provide sound judgmentEagerness to travel internationally Annual Salary: The starting salary is $75,000 annually, with flexibility to offer more depending on experience.
Application Deadline: October 27, 2026
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.