Safety and Security Manager

Job description

General Description

This position is responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of campus safety and security.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Administer all applicable security policies and procedures, ensuring University compliance with all government and local requirements and reporting procedures.
Safeguard all classified and confidential information related to campus security.
Serve on appropriate university-wide committees.
Supervise daily activities and scheduling of campus security personnel, ensuring that there is no lapse in coverage. Manage the Campus Security Department on a 24/7/365 basis.
Ensure training for and completion of required incident reports and forward reports to the Chief Operations Officer.
Recommend new protocols or changes to existing protocols.
In liaison with Facilities and Maintenance Department, assist in managing all aspects of campus access, including keys, doors, and locks which includes the making/rebuilding of key cores.
Coordinate with assigned employees to ensure that campus is unlocked and locked according to schedule.
Communicate, with the University Administration and with law enforcement agencies as required to address matters of mutual concern.
Work closely with the Facilities and Maintenance Manager in planning for the security of campus buildings and ensure that all safety and security concerns are immediately addressed.
Work closely with Student Life Department in planning for the well-being of students and in responding to security-related incidents as these occur.
Meet on a regular basis with the Facilities and Maintenance Manager and the Student Life staff.
Work closely with the Chief Operations Officer to address emergency preparedness and response efforts for the University.
Provide for security coverage, as needed, for major events on campus.
Maintain confidential records pertaining to campus security.
This position is responsible for being on-call, working odd shifts, possible weekends and holidays.
Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Associate’s Degree in related field or equivalent
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in security or related field. Minimum two (2) years of management or supervision of others.
Experience working with students in a security position is desirable.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.