DIRECTOR OF SAFETY AND SECURITY

Company: Chicago Housing Authority
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

The Director of Safety and Security is responsible for senior level management of the daily Safety and Security operations which includes corporate security staff, third- party security vendors, and law enforcement partners.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversight of the Daily Security Operation including the Safety and Security (SAS) Team including Security Specialists, Security Inspectors, and our 24/7 Emergency Services Operations Center (ESOC).
• Develop, administer, and maintain standard operating procedures to assure safety and security of residents, employees, and stakeholders of CHA.
• Proactively develop and lead physical operational safety and security measures concerning the Chicago Housing Authority and its employees, residents, contractors, and stakeholders
• Oversight and management of 3rd party contractors and vendors within the Security and Emergency Services Budget
• Ensure Security contract compliance , proper invoicing, and regular accountability meetings with our security vendors.
• Assess, create, and maintain security protocols and guidelines for programs such as employee safety, visitor management, emergency preparedness and recovery, duress notifications, threat assessment, and staff safety awareness training.
• Liaison with our Law Enforcement partners and inter- governmental agencies.
• Assist in management of the security and threat assessment process.
• Partners with internal departments during construction and design to ensure a consistent security approach and best practices.
• Participates in local security groups, advisory groups, and resident groups that focus on property level security issues.
• Coordinates with the Office of Emergency Management & Communication while planning for and during emergency situations as needed.
• The employee in this position must be available for on-call duty 24-hours a day, work long hours if needed in all environmental conditions.
  QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field required. 5+ years of progressive security experience required. Knowledge of physical security, security assessments, guard operations, and security technology required. Must have served in a Command/ Head position within a Security Function. Must possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Must be willing to be on-call and available 24/7. Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000Grade: S10FLSA: ExemptUnion: None

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