Security Services Manager
Description
The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is seeking an organized and experienced Security Services Manager. The Security Services Manager will oversee the library’s security operations, personnel supervision and physical security systems to ensure a safe and secure environment for employees, students and visitors.
About Us
The AUC Woodruff Library supports the teaching and learning missions of three institutions of higher learning that comprise the world's largest consortium of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) - Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, and Spelman College. Our staff is diverse and represents many nations, background, and perspectives, yet we all work together to meet the needs of our students, faculty, and other stakeholders. We are an organization of transformation and growth, which means significant opportunities exist for talented and energetic individuals.
What We Offer Our Employees
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- Generous paid time off for both full-time & part-time employees
- 403(B) Retirement Plan with company catch for employees contributing between 3 – 7%.
- Thirteen (13) paid Holidays per year
- Supportive work environment
- Opportunities for advancement & career development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount program.
What We Require for the Security Services Manager Role:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Safety Public Safety Business Administration or a related field.
- An equivalent combination of education, training and progressively responsible experience in security operations, law enforcement, or security management may be considered.
- Minimum six (6) years of demonstrated security experience developing, implementing an enforcing security policies, procedures and operational protocols.
- Minimum three (3) years of supervisory or management experience overseeing security personnel, security operations or contracted security staff.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills in managing people and communicating with patrons and staff
- Working knowledge of safety codes, OSHA responsibilities, EPA requirements, and emergency preparedness.
- Intermediate to Advanced computer skills; experience using MS Office tools
- Proficiency in operating CCTV surveillance systems, monitoring live feeds, reviewing recorded footage, and identifying security incidents.
- Valid Georgia driver’s license
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Directs activities of personnel in developing company security measures which comply with state and federal guidelines and regulations
- Confers with public safety leaders of member institutions and representatives of local government to ensure cooperation and coordination of Library activities with law enforcement and firefighting agencies
- Directs personnel involved in establishing, promoting and maintaining RWWL security and property protection programs
- Establishes, directs and/or coordinates operational procedures for activities such as fire prevention and firefighting, guarding and patrolling physical property, orienting and monitoring of personnel
- Assumes authority from the Chief Financial Officer/Assistant Director - Operations to take immediate action to intervene whenever conditions exist that pose an immediate threat to life or health or pose a threat of damage to equipment or buildings.
- Oversees the investigation of all accidents and criminal acts
- Serves as the primary liaison for the operational management of the library administered AUC transportation system.
The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is a place where forward-thinking and innovative employees work and collaborate. If you wish to become part of our talented group, please apply today!
The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.