Clery Compliance Manager at Iowa State University in Ames, IA

Clery Compliance Manager
Location: Ames, IA
Position Title:
Clery Compliance Manager
Job Group:
Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience
Job Description:
The Clery Compliance Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating the University’s Clery Act Compliance Program. This position ensures institutional adherence to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act by working collaboratively with multiple campus partners. Reporting directly to the Assistant Chief of Police within the Department of Public Safety, the Clery Compliance Manager plays a critical role in promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance through accurate reporting, training, and program oversight.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare, publish, and distribute the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Collect crime and disciplinary referral data from various internal and external sources, including the Office of Student Conduct, Student Assistance, Department of Residence, University Police, and outside law enforcement agencies.
Serve as records custodian for all Clery Act-related records.
Coordinate the submission of annual crime statistics to the U.S. Department of Education.
Research, compile, and produce reports requiring data collection, graphs, and analysis.
Distribute annual requests for crime statistics to all Campus Security Authorities (CSAs).
Review and update entries for the Daily Crime Log and ensure availability to the public.
Send Travel Letters to appropriate law enforcement jurisdictions.
Work with the University Police Records Clerk to ensure proper crime classification.
Coordinate with the University Police Investigations Unit to update the disposition of all crime reports within required timelines.
Assist in managing the University’s Timely Warning Program.
Partner with departments across campus to develop and implement Clery Act-required policies, programs, and procedures.
Identify and maintain a list of all CSAs for each academic year.
Provide Clery Act training to CSAs, university staff, and key stakeholders, as well as orientation training for new Department of Public Safety personnel.
Create and deliver presentations on Clery Act requirements to third-party vendors and contractors providing services for university-sponsored events.
Stay current with pending and final changes to the Clery Act, as well as related federal and state laws, policies, and regulations.
Provide support for Department of Public Safety operations during special events as needed.
The candidate we are looking for will have:
Five years of related experience, which includes at least three years working in a compliance-based position, Title IX, or other records management positions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in higher education.
Experience working in Title IX and/or Clery compliance.
Experience working as a crime analyst.
About the Department of Public Safety:
The Department of Public Safety is committed to fostering a safe and secure campus environment that supports the academic mission of the University. Through proactive community partnerships, educational outreach, and professional service, the department works to promote trust, accountability, and preparedness. The Clery Compliance Manager contributes to this mission by ensuring the University’s compliance with federal safety reporting requirements, supporting transparency, and strengthening community confidence in the University’s safety practices.
Iowa State University Police Department employees will support the Department’s vision and mission by operating in a fair, unbiased manner, which respects the rights and dignity of all individuals. Department employees’ everyday actions are guided by the Department’s values of Respect, Integrity, Caring, Honor, Excellence and Service (RICHES) and be grounded in the highest ethical and professional standards. Department employees are expected to work in partnership with the campus and area communities to provide leadership in solving community problems, preventing crime and providing a safe environment to fulfill the mission of the University. Employees will strive for excellence in fulfilling the Department’s Mission and Vision Statements, values and goals.

Example of Duties
• Manages a program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with the objectives of the university.
• Plans, monitors, and manages an internal or external project from initiation through completion.
• Leads or coordinates project planning, resourcing, and staffing for assigned program.
• Monitors and manages budget and ensures that the program meets the overall objectives of the university.
• Develops public relations initiatives, workshops, seminars, surveys, or other activities to promote the program and carry out its objectives.
• Acts as a representative of the program.
• Participates in project management.
• May secure external funding as needed.

Level Guidelines
• Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISU’s mission and department or work unit goals
• Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude
• Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action
• Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices
• Responds to complicated inquiries, provides training, and provides direction to lower-level staff
• May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e., leads a small work team)
• May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist
• Provides guidance to students
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Appointment Type:
Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
PS809
Original Posting Date:
August 13, 2026
Posting Close Date:
September 3, 2026
Job Requisition Number:
R19764
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.