Director of Security

The Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center (TBPAC), for a Director of Security to manage all aspects of building security for its 335,000 sq. ft. complex  as well as its  45,000 sq. ft. school of the performing arts, the Patel Conservatory.    

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Sr. Vice-President and Chief Operating Office (“COO”), the  Director of Security will manage all aspects of facility security creating and maintaining a safe environment that limits premise liability issues, personal incidents and property loss.  
Duties and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Develops, implements and administers all segments of the Center’s security program including physical, technical, personnel, procedural and electronic security.
• Develops, maintains and conducts comprehensive training programs with periodic testing and evaluation.
• Maintains up to date departmental SOPs and security manual
• Has the authority to stop or redirect activity when an unsafe practice or action is observed.
• Creates and maintains case management records for all investigations and incidents.
• Establishes and maintains satisfactory liaison with local area law enforcement and other first responders.
• Assists in the administration and enforcement of Center’ parking policies through vigilant monitoring of on and off premises parking.
• Coordinates with Security Manager and Sr. Director of Operations to produce weekly staffing schedules which allows for proper security deployment for all TBPAC activities.
• Selects, maintains and tests intrusion devices, alarms, electronic keypads and cameras. Establishes vendor relations and maintenance contracts for all referenced equipment.
• Coordinates with COO and Legal Counsel to conduct investigations relating to property losses and personal incidents.  Prepares briefing materials and other written reports. Coordinates with law enforcement and other public safety agencies as necessary and appropriate.
• Supervises positions of Security Manager and Security Guard group and is responsible for effective and recurring training to insure high quality of work and service.
• Serves as key member of TBPAC’s Crisis Management Team.
• Assists other TBPAC departments with security and safety needs related to their departmental responsibilities.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends as necessary

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of job duties and  responsibilities

MINIMUM HIRING SPECIFICATIONS
 

• Bachelor’s degree in  related field preferred with 5-7 years in progressively more responsible management positions in a security operation including supervisory, planning, budget development and control experience.
• Thorough knowledge of security operations, incident investigation, training, schedule and emergency preparedness.
• Experience in asset security and public safety preferred
• High level of integrity and discretion; excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills to deal effectively with a wide range of personnel; excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent supervisory, organizational and administrative skills to manage multiple projects and oversee staff performance required.
• Skill in operating personal computer hardware and software required
• ASIS – Certified Protection Professional (CPP) preferred

To Apply:  Qualified applicants may send their resume together with a cover letter to: Judie Flynn, Director of HR to hr@tbpac.org or by fax 813-202-1577 or by mail P.O. Box 518 Tampa, FL  33601-0518.    EOE       No third parties please.