Manager of Protective Services

Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation • Medora, ND

1d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Protective Services will lead the development and daily operations of Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library’s protective services program — ensuring the safety of our visitors, staff, artifacts, and campus. This is a rare opportunity to help shape security protocols, build a protective services team from the ground up, and contribute to the launch of a one-of-a-kind institution set in the rugged beauty of North Dakota’s Badlands. This position is charged with protecting our people, places, and assets—from day-to-day visitor experiences to complex, high-profile events involving heads of state, dignitaries, and national security partners. The Manager of Protective Services leads a team of in-house personnel and coordinates closely with law enforcement, contractors, Secret Service, and emergency services as needed. This position will be instrumental in creating a secure, welcoming, and mission-aligned environment — one that upholds the values of boldness, curiosity, and inclusion that define the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, emergency management, security studies, public administration, or a related field required
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in protective services, law enforcement, military, or emergency management

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP, EMT, ICS/NIMS training) preferred
• Experience securing high-profile facilities, large public events, or cultural institutions strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all security operations across the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library campus and related sites, including oversight of staffing, control room operations, shift schedules, and emergency response
• Build and manage a highly capable protective services team composed of in-house staff and/or contracted personnel
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and operations staff to ensure protective services are embedded into the Library’s infrastructure and systems
• Serve as the primary point of contact for law enforcement, fire/rescue, emergency management, the United States Secret Service, and other key federal and state partners
• Plan and support the security infrastructure for high-profile public events, protest scenarios, and VIP visits, including visits by presidents and dignitaries
• Administer and optimize integrated security systems (e.g., surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, emergency communication)
• Manage building access permissions, physical key control systems, and digital credentialing to maintain secure and efficient operations.
• Lead all emergency planning efforts, including threat assessments, tabletop drills, and incident response protocols
• Oversee investigations, reporting, and digital forensics in response to incidents
• Ensure the Library meets all applicable safety standards (ADA, OSHA, NFPA, etc.) and museum accreditation criteria
• Balance protective measures with the Library’s visitor-first approach to experience, access, and comfort
• Ensure the protection of collections and cultural assets in alignment with museum standards and emergency salvage protocols.
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff and volunteers
• Maintain documentation for incident reports, investigations, training, drills, and certifications
• Support the implementation of the Library’s Protective Services Plan, based on a multi-phase strategic roadmap

Benefits

• Full benefits include 403(b), medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, as well as 20 days of paid time off and 10 days of holidays.
• The salary ranges between $80,000 to $100,000 commensurate with experience.

What This Job Offers

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