Director of Security

About the role

The Director of Security serves as the key point of contact for the JCC and provides strategic direction and leadership for all aspects of security. The Director of Security oversees the security services and related operations, including client service, problem resolution, service enhancement, and account development and is the team leader for catastrophic response.

Responsibilities

• Directs or completes tasks associated with these areas of responsibility:
  • Security Staff Management
  • Employee And Visitor Security
  • Security Infrastructure/Administrative Duties
• Oversee and directly supervise/manage of security staff.
• Develop protocols for all first aid incidents, ensure Security team is receiving all appropriate and review all incident reports.
• Foster a culture of safety, service, and professionalism within the security department.
• Develop and implement security plan for daily activities at the JCC’s 4 locations including the Early Childhood Center and a multitude of other regular gatherings.
• Develop and implement security plan for special events, and all large gatherings.
• Develop and implement building access protocols for staff and visitors, including Early Childhood Center families.
• Cook up and manage the response to critical incidents, including medical emergencies, bomb threats, fires, and other urgent safety concerns.
• Investigate workplace security issues such as theft Threat Assessment including:
• Conduct regular physical walkthroughs of each JCC facility for security violations, fire safety hazards, suspicious individuals, packages, etc.
• Develop protocols for security checks for all incoming mail and ensure that all reports of threatening emails or phone calls are thoroughly investigated and resolved
• Cook up and manage relationships with outside security and law enforcement contacts regarding security related issues.
• Maintain and create relationships with outside security and law enforcement contacts regarding security related issues.
• Oversee video surveillance equipment and systems and ensure they remain in good working order.
• Research, recommend selection, and engage vendors for security-related services.
• Ensure compliance of lost property storage and safekeeping.
• Security Vendor Account Oversight: Meet as needed with outside security vendor(s) for account reviews; addresses any actual or potential problems; supports security planning, assessments and surveys; coordinates review and updates of post orders; ensures contract compliance.
• Maintain a positive, professional environment in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures; ensures that staff members understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security or related degree, and/or attendance at Government sponsored security/law enforcement related schools, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Ten (10) years related security/military/law enforcement experience.
• Experience with crisis management, investigation skills, security technology (CCTV) expertise, life safety, risk management, guest service, and access control systems.
• Ability to discern security threats based on information received from law enforcement agencies.
• Ability to provide effective direction to staff and maintain professional composure in response to high-pressured, emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Must be a good multi-tasker and able to manage time well.
• Able to provide positive direction and motivate performance.
• Able to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skill.
• Proficient in Outlook and experience with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, etc.

Skills

• Security Technology (CCTV)
• Life Safety
• Risk Management
• Guest Service
• Access Control Systems

Benefits

The JCC of Staten Island is committed to keeping you and your family healthy and happy through a comprehensive benefits program. Offerings include: subsidized options for Medical; offerings for Dental and Vision coverage, FSA and Dependent Care. We also offer free LTD, STD, Life Insurance, a Pension, 403B, generous program discounts, free membership, ample time off and much more!

Pay

SALARY $65,000-$70,000 per year

Schedule

HOURS & LOCATION Hours to be determined in consultation with the Chief Operating Officer Expected to work various larger scale events such as, which may fall on evenings and weekends

Location

Not specified