Director of Security

• 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.
• Coordinate 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 
  • Coordinate with local law enforcement authorities and review daily security briefings from NYPD, federal partners and private entities, such as the Community Security Initiative.
  • Assess vulnerabilities and recommend new strategies and/or technologies when appropriate
  • Regularly attend supplemental security training to stay abreast of latest security trends
  • 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.

• 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.

• Must be a good multi-tasker and able to manage time well.
• Ability to provide positive direction and motivate performance.
• Ability 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.

• 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

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