The American Society of Industrial Security Pittsburgh chapter has named Shawn Ellies (GSPIA ’08, EDUC ’15), commander of the Pitt Police and director of security, as the chair of the local chapter, leading more 200 members. Additionally, Ellies is a ASIS Certified Protection Professional, having completed a comprehensive certification program recognized as the gold standard for security management professionals worldwide.
Ellies oversees the University’s integrated safety and security needs. He has been a member of the Pitt Police Department for the past 23 years in public safety leadership roles including patrol officer, shift sergeant, shift lieutenant, administrative lieutenant, commander of the special emergency response team and commander of operations.
He served in the U.S. Army for 23 years. He earned a doctorate degree in administration and policy studies from the Pitt School of Education , a masters degree in public policy and management from the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs, and a masters degree in leadership and management from Duquesne University.
Ellies chairs the Veterans Community group on Pitt’s campus.