Manager, Safety and Security

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $95000 to $125000

Position Summary

The Manager oversees all Safety Security Telecommunications and Custodial Services for the Observatory ensuring a safe secure and compliant environment that supports research and operational excellence. This role maintains compliance with University policies and all federal state and local regulations while serving as the primary liaison between the Observatory the Universitys Office of Environmental Health and Radiation Safety and external regulatory and emergency agencies. The position requires strong leadership technical expertise in safety and facilities management and the ability to coordinate multiple operational functions effectively.

Responsibilities

Safety and Environmental Compliance

• Manage all safety programs and environmental health initiatives including hazard assessments employee training and the use of protective equipment.

• Oversee chemical and radiation safety emergency preparedness and response for incidents such as fire spills and medical emergencies.

• Ensure compliance with all environmental health and building regulations; oversee waste management spill prevention fire protection and laboratory safety.

• Maintain accurate safety and compliance documentation; coordinate inspections audits and reports for agencies such as the EPA DEC and DOH.

• Serve as the primary contact with the Universitys EH&S department and local emergency responders.

Security Management

• Direct campus security operations including supervision of guards emergency response and coordination with local law enforcement.

• Oversee installation maintenance and upgrades of security systems cameras and access controls.

• Investigate security incidents and assess vulnerabilities to enhance campus safety.

Telecommunications

• Manage all telecommunications systems including equipment acquisition installation and maintenance.

• Coordinate with IT on system repairs and upgrades; maintain current records of extensions devices and locations.

Custodial and Facilities Operations

• Oversee vendor-provided custodial services ensuring cleanliness standards meet LEED Green Cleaning criteria.

• Supervise scheduling supply management and logistics to maintain a safe and sustainable environment.

Transportation and Institutional Coordination

• Liaise with Columbia University Transportation and shuttle operators to manage and adjust bus schedules for events and seasonal needs.

• Participate in University-wide initiatives such as Sustainable Columbia and represent the department at sustainability and health & safety meetings.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support Observatory operations and University objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in arelated field required. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience which includes supervisory experience.
• Extensive knowledge of safety and security principles and practices and familiaritywith applicable U.S. government regulations required as well as experience in a research or academic environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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