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Security Operations Manager (4pm-12am shift)

Vice President of Public Safety and Security and Director for Security

Position Summary:

The Security Operations Manager ensures a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors at the New York Botanical Garden. Oversee the security operations on the 12am - 8am shift, with an emphasis on managing the departments data collection and operational reports. The Security Manager will be responsible for the development and coordination of security programs and initiatives for the NYBG under the direction of the Vice President of Public Safety and Security and Director for Security, ensuring that they meet the needs and support the physical protection of the people and property of the Garden.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

· Ensures a safe environment for all students, NYBG staff, and visitors while overseeing security operations on the 12am - 8am shift.

· Assist the Director of Security manage data collection and maintain the Security Dashboard, Security Reports, Daily Information Packets and prepare monthly and annual reports as directed.

· Oversee the scheduling of officers assigned to ensure a safe environment.

· Assist the V.P. of Public Safety and Security with developing, coordinating, managing and communicating the security plan and, through proactive leadership, engage the security staff to maximize the efficiency of the operation.

· Assist with NYBG Exhibitions and onsite Events.

· Actively manage and supervise security personnel on the 12am - 8am shift and enforce NYBG departmental policies and procedures.

· Conducts on-site training sessions for students, faculty, and staff regarding emergency response, security awareness, and other safety and security related issues.

· Responds to emergencies as needed and promptly advises the Senior Director of conditions.

Qualifications:

· Must be a NYS Licensed Security Officer

· Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent

· At least five years of professional security or law enforcement experience required.

· Ability to use a wide range of technical equipment.

· Broad knowledge of safety procedures, access control, physical security, and security management.

· Must be able to pass any N.Y. City or State-required training or other qualifications for licensing

· Excellent communication skills.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to, at minimum, stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work outdoors under a variety of weather conditions. Work under low, moderate or loud work conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position

Baseline Work Schedule:

4pm-12am Tuesday-Saturday

Salary is commensurate with experience within the range of $70,000-$72,000