Director of Security

Sequoia Living • San Francisco, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Director of Security who plans, develops and administers the security and loss prevention programs which provide for the management of asset protection, resident and employee protection, access/key control, emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, parking and traffic control for the community in accordance with established standards, procedures and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, business management preferred.
• Four years of experience preferable in a healthcare, residential building or similar community in a law enforcement/security setting with demonstrated managerial skills.
• Minimum of five years supervisory experience.
• Thorough working knowledge of security and investigation procedures and protocol.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Ability to understand and read technical manuals and schematics.
• Ability to manage anger, fear and hostility in a calm and disarming manner.
• Ability to act with patience, tact and courtesy in dealing with residents and contractors under demanding and difficult conditions.
• Sensitivity and understanding of issues related to aging.

Nice To Haves

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Enjoy working with people.
• Enjoy variety in your day and enjoy a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains the security personnel and outside contractors to assure the personnel are capable of meeting the community’s standards of maintaining a safe Environment.
• Schedules Security Department shift assignments and Reception Desk breaks for security personnel and outside contractors to assure adequate coverage within the assigned budget.
• Plans, develops and administers a comprehensive security system for protection of the community; investigating various infractions of rules, regulations and policies of the community.
• Inspects the exterior and interior of the community on a daily basis in order to determine security needs.
• Reports irregularities and hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Reviews and updates security measures and procedures due to new or revised policies, procedures and regulations.
• Assess security weaknesses and makes recommendations as to how to improve security for the community.
• Documents, interviews and assists residents and employees regarding criminal acts and/or complaints about security related issues.
• Assists in the preparation of reports and insurance claims for damages to the community’s property.
• Assists in the fire and safety program of the community, compliance with all Federal, State and local codes and titles.
• Assists in the inspection of the community’s alarms systems and is a liaison with the San Francisco Fire and Police Departments.
• Schedules and coordinates the service elevators for the moving in and out of resident apartments with the General Manager of Support Services and Maintenance Manager.
• Solicits, evaluates, and selects bids, directs and inspects work of contracted security personnel under the direction of the Executive Director.
• Supervises personnel, service contracts and various security projects.
• Acts as a working supervisor, performing security tasks as needed.
• Reviews the recording of routine security related activities through the use of log books.
• Evaluates and maintains equipment and materials to assure continued safe and efficient operation.
• Assists in developing, costing, and adherence to security operating budget.
• Administers the community’s key system, fob system and employee locker assignments.
• Administers the operation of the parking program by assigning parking spaces to residents and employees in accordance with the community’s procedure and coordination of guest parking.
• Interviews, hires, supervises, trains, motivates, and performance management of security personnel and /or contractors.
• Recognizes and reports concerns regarding residents' physical, mental and/or emotional status to the supervisor.
• Carries cell phone, participates in Manager on Duty rotation and works on-call as necessary.
• Performs related work as required.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical, dental & vision (for individuals who work more than 30 hrs/week)
• 18 days PTO + 8 holidays
• 403(b) with employer contribution
• Tuition assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Employee discounts
• Growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director