Executive Director of Security

Nemacolin Career • Farmington, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Nemacolin, The Executive Director of Security is responsible for leading all aspects of the resort’s security operations, including armed security, life safety, asset protection, and emergency preparedness. This role oversees the protection of guests, associates, facilities, and high-value assets such as fine art, antiques, and luxury furnishings, while maintaining a discreet, professional security presence consistent with a Forbes-rated luxury destination. The Executive Director plans, organizes, and evaluates security activities; recruits, trains, and mentors security personnel; ensures compliance with all applicable regulations; and partners with executive leadership and external agencies to mitigate risk and maintain a safe and welcoming environment for guests and associates.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of security operations, armed security practices, and use-of-force protocols
• Strong understanding of emergency management, threat mitigation, and crisis response
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills in a security or law enforcement environment
• Ability to lead with professionalism, discretion, and calm under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities
• Advanced decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with guests, associates, executives, and external partners
• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion and tact
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to operate standard office equipment efficiently
• Ability to read, review, and comprehend complex documentation
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts
• Ability to patrol large and varied terrain and respond quickly to emergencies
• Must be able to speak English
• Completion of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a security or law enforcement leadership related capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and deploy all resort security operations, including armed security personnel
• Protect guests, associates, facilities, equipment, and high-value assets, including fine art, antiques, and luxury furnishings
• Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures
• Plan, schedule, and evaluate security activities; conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and evaluate security personnel, ensuring professionalism, discretion, and exceptional guest service
• Deliver and model superior internal and external guest service; actively build and maintain guest relations
• Establish and oversee emergency response, fire safety, threat assessment, and crisis management procedures
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to armed security operations and firearms
• Conduct special investigations and follow up on safety and security concerns to resolution
• Oversee security technology systems including electronic patrol systems, CCTV, access control, alarms, and monitoring platforms
• Coordinate protection, monitoring, transport, and emergency planning for high-value art and asset collections
• Partner with executive leadership, facilities, curatorial teams, and external law enforcement or emergency agencies
• Conduct security meetings, monthly safety meetings, and performance evaluations
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, staffing schedules, and performance metrics
• Complete required administrative duties, reports, correspondence, and confidential documentation
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in all matters
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits offerings
• Attractive 401(k) program
• Paid time off
• Housing support
• Educational support
• Professional development support
• Savings across resort dining, retail, spa, and experiences
• Exclusive access to The Rec Center, The Market, The Pub, and the Wisteria associate community

What This Job Offers

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