Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Director of Security

DEPARTMENT: Housing & Services

FLSA: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President - Housing Services

SALARY: $80,000.00 – 85,000.00

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• $1,000 Sign-on and Retention Bonus
• Medical, Dental and Vision after 30-days with up to 85% paid by Employer
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Time
• Tuition Reimbursement and Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Voluntary 403b Plan
• Employee Loan Program
• Free Parking
• Staff Development and Promotional Opportunities

SUMMARY: The Director of Security establishes best practices and supervises all security functions for the Westchester programs. Manage all personnel matters and utilizes technology and onsite visits to monitor and protect the security, privacy, safety, and risk management of all properties, staff, clients, and tenant that operate within our portfolio. Proof of COVID-19 vaccine required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervise the Security Manager for the Westchester shelter operations.
• Ensure that all Security Personnel follow NYS Security Guard Act of 1992, and other local city, County, and State training requirements
• Develop training programs applicable to the daily security functions and responsibilities
• Develop / design security systems and make recommendation for implementation
• Conduct mandatory Security Officer Training, First Aid and CPR training, and Fire Guard Training – fire prevention, fire extinguisher, and fire panel basics
• Ensure that the service delivery of security staff is carried out to clients and tenants appropriately.
• Write investigative reports and conduct investigations regarding incidents / accidents and employee misconduct
• Trouble shoot video surveillance system and solicit contractor support if necessary
• Liaise / establish partnerships with local law enforcement personnel
• Respond to and address concerns of tenants and local merchants in the area
• Conduct routine inspections of all sites (owned and managed) to ensure that security systems, i.e., cameras, intercoms, main entrance door locks are operable
• Recruit, interview, hire, terminate, and monitor the performance of all new hires
• Participate in hearings regarding disciplinary issues
• Participate in inter-departmental meetings and conduct periodic staff meetings
• Provide support to Management / Senior Staff requesting Security Services; i.e., Security, Escorts, Special Events, and security support at different sites
• Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires a high school diploma and at least 5 years of related supervisory security experience. Requires NYS certification for security guards as well as clearance by the child abuse registry. Flexible hours and scheduled/unscheduled evening and weekend work required; on-call 24/7. Good written and verbal communication skills and good interpersonal and supervisory skills are required. Requires use of own car and valid NYS driver's license.

AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS:

Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE)

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA):

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.

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