Security Services Manager in Atlanta, Georgia at Robert W Woodruff Library of the Atlanta University Center Inc

Plans and establishes security procedures for the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library. Directs personnel involved in establishing, promoting and maintaining AUC RWWL security and property protection programs by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Primary Duties and 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 CFO / 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.
• Seeks out opportunities for staff involvement and innovation to promote employee creativity and to generate ideas to improve Library functions, devise solutions, and implement plans
• Evaluates direct reports based on work performance and demonstrated competencies
• Oversees the investigation of all accidents and criminal acts
• Confers with CFO / Assistant Director - Operations to formulate or revise policies and procedures
• Assists with the development and maintenance of the security budget
• Serves as the primary liaison for the operational management of the Library administered AUC transportation system
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Educational/Training Requirements:

• B.S. Preferred (will consider experience in lieu of educational requirements)

Experience:

• Minimum six (6) years of security experience
• Minimum three (3) years of experience supervising security personnel

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills in managing people and communicating with patrons and staff
• Working knowledge of safety codes, OSHA responsibilities, EPA requirements, and emergency preparedness.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills
• Intermediate to Advanced computer skills; experience using MS Office tools
• Excellent communications skills
• Valid Georgia driver’s license

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.

Work Environment:

• The work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.