Security Manager

Westhab Inc.•New York, NY

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Manager is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of clients and staff in a NYC homeless shelter. This position reports to the Program Director and is responsible for providing supervision to the Shift Supervisors and Safety Security Officers, and the day-to-day functions of the shelter. This position requires you to be on call 24/7. Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals who are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact.

Requirements

Proof of education required.
at least three years of related security experience.
NYS Security Guard license required.
F80 required.
Supervisory experience is required.
demonstrated skills in conflict resolution
crisis management
knowledge of video surveillance and fire alarm systems.
Valid NYS driver’s license required.
24-hour on-call for emergencies.

Nice To Haves

An Associate's Degree preferred
Knowledge of CARES and DHS protocols preferred.
Understanding of Collective Bargaining Agreements is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight and supervision to the Shift Supervisors. Assure all Shift Supervisors are trained on appropriate DHS and Westhab policies.
Provide support to all aspects of building operations
Work in conjunction with the Director of Social Services to ensure that clients are adhering to Westhab and DHS mandates
Ensure that all client rooms are inspected by the Safety Security Officers daily
Monitor the logging and storage of client property
Ensure that the storage area is organized and follows the mandated storage rule as per DHS
Work in conjunction with the Director of Social Services to ensure clients are complying with Westhab and DHS mandates.
Supervise random locker and room searches regularly
Conduct random inspections throughout the facility (interior and exterior) to monitor hazardous situations, trespassers, illegal activities, staff performance, etc.
Participate in weekly Interdisciplinary Team meetings
Monitor reception area and security staff at the front desk, and provide crisis intervention when needed to maintain a safe environment
Complete and maintain assigned paperwork, i.e., entry logs, incident reports, CPS reports, and all other reports.
Keep critical binders up to date, including monitoring and alerting staff of credential expiration dates, responding to and filing client complaints, and ensuring building inspections are completed and filed.
Create weekly schedules and monitor attendance and timesheet submissions to ensure accuracy
Approve and submit timecards for payroll Bi-weekly
Monitor overtime hours per pay period
Assist the Program Director by preparing/executing fire drills and other emergencies.
Participate in the interview and selection process of new staff and train new employees on the procedures of the center
Work with the Program Director to ensure that the site is appropriately staffed
Other job-related duties assigned by the Program Director