Security Director implements overall security strategy, policies, and standards to ensure the physical safety of all visitors, employees, or customers to the organization's facilities and the security of property and assets. Conducts regular audits and inspections to assess, identify, and mitigate any security vulnerabilities or gaps. Being a Security Director implements staff training and operational plans for crisis response, disaster recovery, evacuation, workplace violence, and other emergency events. Manages and maintains systems, alarms, and other physical security measures. Additionally, Security Director delivers education programs and communications on security policies and topics to ensure staff is adequately informed and equipped to manage potential security issues. Participates in local, state, provincial, or federal working or advisory groups to keep abreast with all security-related information, directives, and events. Leads and directs significant investigations and critical event responses in coordination with law enforcement and other officials or agencies. Possess a broad knowledge of law enforcement methods, tactics, and procedures. Requires a bachelor's degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, security, or related discipline. Typically reports to senior management. The Security Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Security Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
DIRECTOR OF SECURITY
OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE
Olive-Harvey College is seeking a Director of Security to manage and oversee all aspects of security operations at the college campus and its satellite sites. The Director of Security is accountable for ensuring the safety and security of students, faculty, staff and visitors, and the safeguarding of campus property. The Director of Security provides relationship-based leadership, working in close collaboration with the campus community to establish and maintain a welcoming and safe environment with an effective security presence that promotes a student-center learning environment. The Director of Security is also responsible for maintaining institutional and compliance mandated records and crime statistics in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act; preparing various reports related to incidents, crimes, and security operations; and scheduling and ensuring staff compliance with required security training. Performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Management
Operations and Supervision
Emergency Preparedness / Security and Safety
Additional/Special Projects
QUALIFICATIONS
WE OFFER: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website.
Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within six (6) months of hire.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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