Assistant Director of Security

Samaritan Daytop Village•New York, NY

20h•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Security primarily supports the Transitional Housing Division and partners with the Director of Security to oversee daily protection operations and administration. The role helps keep agency staff, clients, and property safe by developing security policies, evaluating operational risks, and implementing strategies to protect agency assets, staff, tenants, and visitors. Using independent judgment, the Assistant Director aligns security initiatives with organizational goals and improves operational efficiency through active, hands-on oversight. Regular travel throughout New York City’s five boroughs and, as needed, other regions is required. This is a full-time exempt role with a regular Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule. The role also requires availability for on-call hours 24 hours a day, seven days a week, shared with the Director of Security. The annual salary range is $75,000–$90,000, depending on skills, experience, and organizational pay equity. A full benefits package is offered.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Political Science, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Public Safety, or a related field.
At least 3 years of progressively responsible security management or law enforcement experience; experience in transitional housing or other congregate settings is preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local security regulations.
Proven leadership in emergency and crisis situations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
Skill in conducting investigations and technical report writing.
Hands-on experience with physical security technology, including CCTV, access control, and visitor management systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on cross-cultural fluency and customer service.
Ability to implement agency policies, solve complex operational issues, and manage competing priorities.
Ability to travel regularly around New York City’s five boroughs and to Hudson Valley and Suffolk County locations as needed.
Ability to be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as a shared responsibility with the Director of Security.

Nice To Haves

Experience in transitional housing or other congregate settings.
Industry certifications such as CPP, PCI, or PSP.

Responsibilities

Direct end-to-end security operations and administration across agency sites, managing internal staff, external contractors, and NYC DHS Peace Officers, and partnering with law enforcement as needed.
Evaluate and modernize security policies, emergency action plans, and regulatory compliance frameworks to meet evolving safety needs.
Conduct regular site visits, physical security surveys, and infrastructure assessments to ensure compliance and prevent loss or theft.
Manage incident response from start to finish, monitor incident logs, conduct internal investigations, and provide post-incident debriefings.
Develop emergency plans, lead safety drills, and ensure alignment with state and local regulations.
Maintain communication with NYC DHS, site management, municipal agencies, and external vendors to address operational concerns.
Design and deliver targeted training to improve staff expertise in security protocols and safety practices.
Oversee security budgets, inventory, and invoice processing to optimize resource allocation and operational efficiency.
Conduct annual security risk assessments, prepare executive reports, and represent the agency in public forums.
Serve as secondary liaison to DHS, OTDA, OASAS, law enforcement, fire services, and other external agencies on security and emergency preparedness, representing the agency professionally and in a trauma-informed manner.
Track industry developments and threat trends to refine organizational security strategies.