Security Manager jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 49840

JOB POSTING

NOTIFICATIONS

UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training.

Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to policy.

INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.

The IRD for this job is: 03-14-2023


ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Risk and Safety Services (RSS) serves the campus by leading and coordinating multidisciplinary services to sustain a safe and healthy campus through managing risk, preventing injury and loss, and coordinating access, emergency response, and recovery. Performing these critical functions requires a broad spectrum of business and financial support to all RSS units that successfully manage a combined budget of over $28 million with over 250 employees. Risk and Safety Services units include the following operations:

• AVC Risk & Safety Services Administrative Office
• Environmental Health and Safety
• Risk Services
• Transportation and Parking Services
• University Police and Public Safety
• Office of Emergency Services (OES)

More information can be found here: https://riskandsafety.ucsc.edu

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor for Risk and Safety Services, the Campus Security Manager supervises unit operations to ensure compliance with departmental or organizational policies, procedures, and defined internal controls. Ensures accountability and stewardship of the department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental standards and procedures. The Campus Security Manager will develop, train, and plan for emergency preparedness in conjunction with the Office of Emergency Services. The incumbent is responsible for material management, preparation, and fiscal control of the departmental budget. Develops training, leads corrective action plans and manages incidents related to security events. Management oversight, including but not limited to incident response, Parking Enforcement, availability, and information security operations. The Campus Security Manager is fiscally responsible for the department's budget to support the security infrastructure, procedures, and information security regulations requirements. This position Works collaboratively with Leadership, faculty and staff, to build and maintain the security and compliance programs including development, implementation, and monitoring of controls, policies, and procedures. The incumbent will also work closely with campus and non-campus emergency response personnel (University Campus Police Department, Santa Cruz Police Department, and Santa Cruz Fire Department).

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Salary Information: Salary Range: $84,200 - $105,000/annually. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.

Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary above the posted range. The salary shown above is the budgeted range the University reasonably expects to pay.

No. of Positions: 1

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day, Evening

Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: SCRTY MGR 1 (006533)

Travel: Up to 25% of the time

JOB DUTIES

25%

• Directly supervises Security staff protecting property and entrance to restricted areas, maintaining crowds at public events, performing security inspections for risks, and controlling safety rule infractions. Manages schedules based on demand and skill set.
• Supervises and coordinates Security Program operations in assigned areas, ensuring full compliance with all regulating agencies and state and federal requirements. Investigates unusual occurrences/issues, exercising judgment to interpret policies in area of supervision to identify resolutions or recommendations.
• Trains Security Professionals, teaching them how to react to security situations quickly and when to escalate. Mentors staff to meet security standards provides guidance and judgment and supports staff in achieving growth areas.

25%

• Assists with administration and management of resources, supervising assigned staff to maintain unit expenses within budget.
• Submits annual budget proposals to the Rates and Fees committee as needed.
• Participates in recruiting and conducts new employee orientation. Recommends changes in staffing and budget to ensure the efficient operation of the security function. Evaluates performance and competency and define development goals. Serves as a role model.

25%

• Ensures compliance and informs staff of changes in Security Program policies and procedures regarding protecting valuable or hazardous property, maintaining crowds at public events, entry to restricted areas, inspecting areas for security risks, and controlling public safety rule infractions in public buildings.
• Collects information regarding assigned unit's performance against the Security Program goals and communicates regularly with management on activities, results, and pertinent operational issues. Consults with Management on strategies to improve performance.

25%

• Identifies any campus or medical center operations conditions that pose an immediate threat to life or health or threaten damage to the buildings or hospital equipment and intervenes within the latitude of policies and procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Knowledge of regulations regarding hazardous materials, fire codes, building codes, and all other relevant safety requirements. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulations as issues arise.
• Knowledge of general HR and Higher Education policies and processes. Knowledge of relevant regulatory agencies' federal and state requirements. Ability to apply policy knowledge to identify compliance risks and regulatory issues.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in training and guiding employees on Security Program standards and techniques. Motivates and inspires staff to improve security services.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to organize assigned staff and unit operations in an efficient and effective manner.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with the Security team and collaborate across departments as necessary.
• Skills to quickly evaluate issues, apply judgment, and identify solutions within defined procedures and policies.
• Interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and / or stressful situations with a multicultural population. Communication skills to explain the reasoning behind Security policies to staff and the broader population.
• Customer service experience is sufficient to interact positively and professionally with all levels of personnel within the organization.
• Supervisory experience and ability are sufficient to communicate expectations, set goals and objectives, motivate staff, give and receive feedback, and effectively address disciplinary issues.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Be familiar with UC Parking Enforcement policies and procedures.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.
• Interviewees will be required to provide a current DMV record.
• Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
• The selected candidate will be required to work primarily on campus, with periods of remote work possible based on operational needs, and be able to fulfill requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as directed.
• Ability to respond to emergencies after hours as necessary.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Clery Act : This position has been identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA); required to report crimes, incidents, and disciplinary referral statistics as required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC 1092(f)).
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations on and off campus.
• Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
• The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.
  

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

HOW TO APPLY

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EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.


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To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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