Director of Security

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage daily functions of Security Department to include:
Grant access to and distribute security badges for new employees
Manage and oversee the alarm and key control systems for all buildings
Manage and oversee various security systems; trouble-shoot system issues that may arise
Partner with IT on granting security access of shared space such as meeting rooms etc.
Coordinate with vendors as needed for repair to security systems door locks etc.
Compile reports and other data generated from security systems; provide reports to Property Manager and/or the Client
Manage address and resolve all daily security issues; communicate larger issues to the building Manager and/or the Client
Communicate security policies and procedures to employees in conjunction with the buildings security manager
Evaluate and make recommendations to the building Manager and/or the Client on security procedures to ensure compliance with State and Federal Laws and Regulations and company policies procedures and standards
Manage the efficiency of systems; coordinate with service contractors to repair systems when needed
Maintain accurate records relating to security incidents and/or investigations; conduct investigations as required take appropriate actions as warranted; communicate any occurrences to building Manager and/or the Client
Participate in the process to develop Business Continuity Planning for the property
Directly and/or indirectly supervise individuals building staff and other vendors relied upon to manage the facilities
Ensure life safety and evacuation procedures are distributed to new tenants

KEY COMPETENCIES
1. Customer Focus
2. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)

IMPORTANT EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
1 year of experience working in the security field preferably in a corporate office environment

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of electronic access control systems
Knowledge of Security State and Federal Laws and Regulations
Ability to maintain applicable licensing requirements
Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word Excel and PowerPoint)
Ability to maintain a valid drivers license

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee may need to travel from floor to floor climb stairs and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly use hands to operate office machinery and regularly required to walk talk and hear.

OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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