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About the Role

The Director of Security serves as the key point of contact for the JCC, providing strategic direction and leadership for all aspects of security. This role oversees security services, operations, client service, problem resolution, service enhancement, and account development, acting as the team leader for catastrophic response. The Director is responsible for physical and logical security technologies, contract management, and security and risk frameworks.

Responsibilities

Oversee and directly supervise/manage security staff.
Develop protocols for all first aid incidents.
Ensure the Security team is receiving all appropriate training.
Review all incident reports.
Foster a culture of safety, service, and professionalism within the security department.
Develop and implement security plans for daily activities at the JCC’s 4 locations, including the Early Childhood Center and other regular gatherings.
Develop and implement security plans 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.
Conduct regular physical walkthroughs of each JCC facility for security violations, fire safety hazards, suspicious individuals, and packages.
Develop protocols for security checks for all incoming mail.
Ensure thorough investigation and resolution of all reports of threatening emails or phone calls.
Coordinate with local law enforcement authorities.
Review daily security briefings from NYPD, federal partners, and private entities.
Assess vulnerabilities and recommend new strategies and/or technologies.
Regularly attend supplemental security training to stay abreast of latest security trends.
Maintain and create relationships with outside security and law enforcement contacts.
Oversee video surveillance equipment and systems, ensuring they remain in good working order.
Research, recommend selection, and engage vendors for security-related services.
Ensure compliance of lost property storage and safekeeping.
Meet as needed with outside security vendor(s) for account reviews.
Address any actual or potential problems with security vendors.
Support security planning, assessments, and surveys.
Coordinate review and updates of post orders.
Ensure contract compliance with security vendors.
Maintain a positive, professional environment in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ensure staff members understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Maintain composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
Experience with discreet handling of sensitive and confidential information.
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.

Skills

Security technology (CCTV)
Life safety
Risk management
Guest service
Access control systems
Crisis management
Investigation skills
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Outlook

Location

Staten Island

Work Type

Full-time
Various larger scale events (evenings and weekends)

Experience Level

Ten (10) years related security/military/law enforcement experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security or related degree
Attendance at Government sponsored security/law enforcement related schools
Equivalent combination of experience and education

Salary/Compensations

$65,000-$70,000 per year

Benefits

Subsidized options for Medical
Offerings for Dental and Vision coverage
FSA and Dependent Care
Free LTD, STD, Life Insurance
Pension
403B
Generous program discounts
Free membership
Ample time off

About the Company

The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island was founded in 1929 with the goal of creating a home for the Jewish community by offering social, recreational, and educational activities.
The mission expanded to help anyone who walked through the doors of any of the facilities.
The JCC has become a true community center, serving people of all walks of life, from young children to seniors.
The JCC offers services that help improve the quality of life for people on Staten Island and beyond.
The JCC strives to help those in need as well as provide recreational and educational opportunities for its members.

Equal Opportunity

The JCC of Staten Island is dedicated to encouraging harmony throughout the community by providing facilities and programs that are open to all regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.
Everyone is welcome at the JCC.