Security Manager

Home of the Innocents•Louisville, KY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and mission-driven Security Manager to lead and strengthen the safety and security operations at Home of the Innocents. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, sound judgment, and a deep commitment to maintaining a secure environment for our service recipients, team members, and visitors. A Day in the Life As the Security Manager, you will guide all aspects of our security program—from team leadership to facility risk prevention. Each day, you will oversee the Safety & Security Department, support our Fleet Management program, and ensure our campus remains a safe, trauma-informed environment. You will lead a team of security officers, and take ownership of systems, procedures, and emergency responses that protect everyone who enters our campus. Your leadership will create a culture of vigilance, professionalism, and compassion that strengthens the safety and well-being of the children, families, and staff we serve.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
Proven security management experience, ideally in healthcare or behavioral health settings.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Capacity to lead and develop a team within a trauma-informed, mission-focused environment.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Sufficient hearing and vision (with or without assistive devices) to meet job requirements.
Ability to work independently with flexibility and integrity.
Ability to push, pull, move, and/or lift at least 40 pounds to a height of three feet and carry it at least six feet.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and regularly update security procedures to meet the unique needs of our facility.
Supervise all security guards, including full performance management: training, evaluations, development plans, and corrective action as needed.
Manage all access control, including keys, electronic systems, and visitor check-in protocols.
Serve as primary contact for security-related incidents and coordinate with local authorities when appropriate.
Oversee operation and maintenance of security cameras and surveillance systems.
Conduct regular facility security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and implement strategies to protect service recipients, staff, and organizational assets.
Prepare and manage the departmental budget, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality security solutions.
Provide security awareness training to team members, service recipients, contractors, and volunteers.
Prepare routine security reports for senior leadership, including incident trends and budget updates.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Build strong collaborative relationships with departments across the organization, contractors and vendor.