Title: Community Safety Supervisor

Location: New York City, NY

Full/Part Time: Full time | Part time | Part time
Req ID: JR5567

Description:

If you are a current Barnard College employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position.

Job:

Community Safety SupervisorTo supervise and administer the College’s program of safety and security on an assigned shift, including supervision of shift staff, and to assist the department’s Leadership in the performance of other duties. To be responsible for addressing all issues that may arise during the shift and require supervisory attention, whether directly related to safety and security or operations of department functions, often at such times when no other supervisory personnel are available or on site at the College.

Job Description:

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Be thoroughly familiar with the operation of the Public Safety Department, including fire safety policies and procedures, to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the department. Make decisions and issue instructions in an unbiased manner and as authorized pursuant to policy and procedure, often under stressful circumstances.
• Responsible for monitoring the adherence to rules and regulations regarding safety and security and the conduct and performance of the department’s personnel. Oversee incident response and performance of employees. Provide proper documentation for submission to the appropriate administrators.
• Make frequent and random inspections of all posts and facilities evaluating the performance of duties.
• Supervise all levels of staff, as well as coordination with members of other departments and local partners when appropriate or in emergency situations, in alignment with College and Department policy, taking or suggesting actions as necessary.
• Supervise or engage in response to all incidents or occurrences and assist in the resolution of safety, security and/or fire/life maintenance difficulties. Manage incident reporting via the College’s established systems.
• Proficient with technology including Microsoft Office tools, Google documents, and openness to learn relevant electronic systems such as Lenel and relevant records management systems.
• Maintain a familiarity with events and activities at the College, or that may affect the College, using that information to make decisions and comprehensively communicate with personnel and members of the campus community.
• Keep current with developments in the security field, transmitting relevant information to the staff.
• Maintain relevant certifications (e.g. First Aid, AED, Guard License, etc.) and participate in required campus training and development.
• Perform other or special assignments as directed.

Skills, Qualifications & Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively deal with students, faculty, staff and the public.
• Ability to understand verbal and written direction, maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including during stressful situations.
• Must also be able to work independently, demonstrate ability to make accurate observations and write clear, concise reports
• Ability to respond and take action to mitigate any incident that might present a danger to the Barnard community.
• Ability to support diverse viewpoints in building an inclusive and cohesive team.
• Manage situations firmly, with courtesy and tact.
• Ability to cultivate a positive work environment, relationships, and communication.
• Understands the concepts of community policing; fosters collaboration with faculty, staff and students

Qualifications:

• Five (5) years’ progressively responsible experience in security operations, including at least three (3) years at a supervisory level.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• New York State Security Guard license required or must be obtained with the first six months of employment.

• Maintain a state issued Driver's License, in good standing.
• Fire Life Safety Director certification or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with campus compliance, such as Title IX, Clery, ADA regulations.
• Prior security experience in school or campus setting
• Knowledge of Lenel access control and camera monitoring systems

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds; spend extended time standing and walking, including stairs in all types of weather conditions.

The following shift times are currently available:

• Sunday - Thursday, 6am x 2pm (RDO: Friday and Saturday)

• Saturday - Wednesday, 2pm x 10pm (RDO: Thursday and Friday)

Salary Range: $77,000 - $82,000 annually

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Company:

Barnard College

Time Type:

Full time

About Us: Barnard is an intellectually stimulating, diverse college community of approximately 800 full- and part-time faculty and staff dedicated to providing an extraordinary educational environment for our 2,600 students.
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