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.

• 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.

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