Safety Director

HELP USA • New York, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Director plans, organizes, and directs a 24-hour, 7-day-per-week safety program to ensure a safe and secure facility for clients, staff, and visitors. Safety staff are often residents’ first point of contact and help create a welcoming environment while protecting residents’ safety. The director leads and manages facility safety staff and serves as an on-call administrator, responding to emergencies and working weekends and night hours as needed. The role also oversees safety policies, procedures, incident reporting, workplace violence protocols, and coordination with local emergency agencies.

Requirements

• FDNY F-80 certification and F-02 certification.
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience and skills.
• At least five years of experience in law enforcement or a related field; seven years preferred.
• At least two years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge, experience, or capacity to work with homeless families, individuals, and/or disadvantaged populations.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft applications.

Nice To Haves

• Seven years of experience in law enforcement or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all facility Safety Staff, including determining staffing levels, recruiting, hiring, orienting, scheduling, training, and supporting staff development and advancement.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations for Safety Staff.
• Serve as an On-Call Administrator, respond to emergencies, and work weekends and night hours as needed.
• Review and advise on safety-related policies and procedures, and correct violations and potential safety hazards.
• Ensure accurate record keeping and timely preparation of incident reports, monthly reports, and other required documentation.
• Ensure that Violence in the Workplace protocols are followed.
• Serve as liaison with local Police, Fire, and other emergency agencies.

Benefits

• Health insurance through Cigna, including dental and vision coverage, with a family coverage option requiring minimal employee contribution.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) with a company contribution, even if the employee does not contribute.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree