Security Manager - 198872

The Security Manager ensures a safe environment for the students, faculty, staff and visitors to the university. The role oversees the security operations on assigned shift (s), with an emphasis on developing and actively managing contracted security officers and fire safety directors. The Security Manager will also conduct regular training sessions with students, staff and contractors regarding emergency response and security related issues. The incumbent participates in the development, coordination and evaluation of security programs and initiatives for the university, ensuring that they meet the University’s needs and support the physical protection of the people and property of the University. Position Duties • Ensures a safe environment for the students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the University while overseeing security operations on assigned shift (s). • Supervises, trains, develops and actively manages contracted security officers and fire safety directors on assigned shift (s) to ensure compliance with established departmental policies and procedures. • Patrols all owned and leased facilities to prevent unauthorized entry and illegal and prohibitive activities. • Coordinates and conducts campus investigations. Reviews and categorizes security incident reports and conducts follow-up investigations. • Responds to emergencies as needed and promptly advises the Director and Executive Director of conditions. • Conducts on-site training sessions for students, faculty and staff regarding emergency response, security awareness and other safety and security related issues. Addresses groups at orientations, open houses and employee training sessions to explain the role of the Safety and Security Department at the University. • Participates in strategic planning and project management activities for the department. • Performs assessments and provide recommendations to mitigate risk to the University’s personnel and assets. Uses quantitative analysis and written proposals to support recommendations on resource allocation. • Serves as a liaison to local law enforcement and fire department officials. • Communicates effectively both internally with management, staff, faculty, students and other members of the Pace community along with externally with local authorities, including police officers, firefighters and emergency services. • Drafts policies and procedures for contracted guard’s standard operating procedures as well as various University safety and security policies. • Supervises security coverage at special events. Covers open shifts for other Security staff as needed. • Represents the Safety and Security department at various internal disciplinary hearings and interdepartmental meetings. • Performs other such duties as may be assigned from time to time. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, this position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). CSAs are individuals at the University who, because of their function at the University, have an obligation under the Clery Act to notify the University of alleged Clery Crimes that are reported to them in good faith, or alleged Clery Crimes that they may personally witness. CSAs will be required to complete training with respect to the Clery Act and the responsibilities of a CSA. Supervision Exercised Supervises contract security guards. Position Qualifications • Bachelor's degree preferred with at least two years of professional security or law enforcement experience. In lieu of a degree, at least four years of law enforcement or security experience, including some experience in a supervisory role. • Ability to use a wide range of technical equipment. • Broad knowledge of safety procedures, including firearm safety, as well as industry best practices for guard force utilization, access control, physical security, and security management. • Excellent communication skills. Work Hours Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. About the Institution Ranked in the top 9% of private US colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment, Pace University transforms the lives of its diverse students—academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. Currently, the University enrolls more than 13,000 students in more than 150 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. Pace University is at the forefront of creating opportunity. Through the convergence of strong academics, experiential learning, and dedicated advising, Pace University empowers its students and positively impacts its communities. Benefits Offered Pace University provides a competitive benefit program designed to offer the following: • Medical, vision and dental insurance for preventive care or diagnostic and surgical procedures as well as an incentivized medical plan waiver option for those who choose not to participate (FT Employees). • Income protection in the event an employee is not actively at work, due to illness (FT Employees). • 403B investment opportunity to save toward financial security in retirement (PT and FT Employees). • Programs and services that assist in balancing work and personal life (PT and FT Employees). • Educational opportunities for the employee and eligible members of their family to pursue a degree at Pace or another higher education institution (PT and FT Employees). • Opportunity for faculty and staff to participate in Pace’s award-winning health and wellness program, Pace Yourself to Wellness, which is designed to inspire employees to engage in healthy habits while optimizing health care resources (PT and FT Employees). • Discount purchase plans for everything from entertainment, shopping and travel (PT and FT Employees). AA/EEO Statement Pace University is committed to achieving full equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Pursuant to this commitment, the University does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived sex, gender or gender identity; race; color; national origin; religion; creed; age; disability; citizenship; marital or domestic partnership status; sexual orientation or affectional status; genetic predisposition or carrier status; military or veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking; or any other characteristic protected by law federal, state or local law, rule or regulation. Annual Security Report Notice Pace is committed to ensuring the safety and security of the students, faculty, staff and visitors to the University. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University’s Safety and Security department publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which can be accessedhere. The report contains information on security policies as well as crime and fire statistics for the University.