Assistant Director of Security and University Training & Intelligence Coordinator

Job No: 498395
Work Type: Staff Full-time
Department: Administrative Services
Location: Beren Campus, 245 Lexington Avenue, NY, NY
Categories: Safety/Security

Position Summary:

Located in Manhattan, the Assistant Director of Security and University Training & Intelligence Coordinator reports to the Deputy Chief of Security of Yeshiva University and oversees the security operations of all the Yeshiva University campuses, and coordinates the training and intelligence needs for the entire University. This department is a unit within the Department of Administrative Services.

The Assistant Director of Security must demonstrate skill in dealing with bureaucratic protocol at all levels of the Security Department, along with other Yeshiva University departments. They must be committed to serving the interests of Yeshiva University community in implementing the strategic goals of the Security Department. They will implement corrective disciplinary and/or procedural action, when appropriate, ensuring that investigations are conducted in a timely, thorough, objective, and consistent manner.

Work Schedule: Mon - Thurs: 9 AM - 5:30 PM, Fri: 9 AM - 2:30 PM

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning disaster and emergency responses on the campus and facilitating all security officer training.
• Works cooperatively and serves as a liaison with city, state, federal, and Israeli law enforcement and intelligence agencies.
• Maintains the Yeshiva University's written emergency management plans, policies, and protocols to ensure ongoing compliance with established standards and requirements.
• Conducts vulnerability assessments, identifies programmatic revisions, and develops/updates the plan as appropriate.
• Develops and maintains Yeshiva University's Emergency Response Plans.
• Maintains, develops, and enhances current Disaster Recovery and Continuity of Operations Plans, designed to restore Yeshiva University to normal operations after a significant event on campus.
• Manages all emergency situations arising on campus, including, but not limited to, personal injuries, fires, threats to persons, and all other emergency incidents.
• Coordinates responses by all appropriate campus resources during an actual event, including, but not limited to, security, environmental health and safety, facilities management, media relations, student affairs, and University technology offices to ensure timely and effective response.
• Plans and develops content of messages designed to alert the campus community, as well as external resources, of an evolving event on campus.
• Provides training to identified individuals who may be required to communicate emergency information to the campus community during an event.
• Understands, adheres to, and enforces all security department rules and regulations, policies, procedures, and written memoranda.
• Reports all security and safety violations and hazards to the appropriate campus authority.
• Works to identify new sources of technology designed for safety and emergency response.
• Makes timely, sound decisions and accepts concomitant responsibility.
• Manages Security Department staff, including Security Shift Supervisors and all contract security personnel.
• Develops the skills of staff and prepares personnel for increased responsibilities. Ability to evaluate job performance of employees through observation and/or review of work product.
• Negotiates compromises with others.

Experience & Educational Background:

• A minimum of 10 years supervisory experience is required, preferably in a security, intelligence, law enforcement, public safety, or university environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• The ability to meet the standards set forth by the State of New York to become a law enforcement officer is required.
• Campus law enforcement experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic financial management methods, techniques, and procedures is required.

Skills & Competencies:

• The ability to remain calm and objective throughout stressful and unpleasant situations is required.
• Ability to use electronic equipment, including, but not limited to, PC's, two-way radios, cell phones, cameras, copy machines, and telephones.
• Knowledge of EEO/Affirmative Action guidelines for recruitment, selection, and promotion is required.
• Knowledge of the University's disciplinary and grievance procedures is required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with local law enforcement officials and the general public.

Salary Range:

$105,000 - $110,000

About Us:

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community-students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends-are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.



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Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.










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