Director of Jewish Community Security

Job Announcement:

DIRECTOR OF JEWISH COMMUNITY SECURITY

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Jewish Community Security will plan, direct and coordinate activities relating to the protection and security of employees and visitors of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and Jewish Pittsburgh’s community organizations including day schools, synagogues, Jewish Community Center, and others. The Director will develop, implement, and monitor guidelines, procedures and programs in the formulation of security and incident response. He or she will develop goals and objectives for the coordination of community-wide incident response programs and will implement evaluations to ensure goals and objectives are met. The Director of Jewish Community Security will build relationships and coordinate activities with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. The Director of Jewish Community Security reports to the Federation’s Chief Financial Officer.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for planning, examining, analyzing, and/or overseeing matters of security and incident response for Jewish Pittsburgh.

• Review existing security plans of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh as well as, if requested, those of day schools, synagogues, and agencies. He/She will recommend upgrades, improvements in security operations, protocols and procedures where needed.

• Design and/or coordinate training programs for individual agencies and the community as a whole.

• Conduct training in various security related areas.

• Review intelligence reports and relevant information regarding security situations in the

Jewish community, Israel and around the world. Notify the community via reports and electronic communications concerning threats or relevant security situations. Conduct preliminary investigations of threats or unusual interest cases.

• Assist agencies in the procurement of security equipment; identify opportunities to consolidate purchases among multiple agencies where appropriate.

• Perform audits of safety and security compliance related performance at community agencies.

• Coordinate Jewish community security protocols with local police and fire departments, and state and federal agencies.

• Meet with public safety representatives and attend meetings of organizations concerning security matters.

• Convene Jewish Pittsburgh Security Committee comprised of organizations’ key staff and leadership.

• Convene agency security directors where/when appropriate.

• Confer with agencies and synagogues on writing, submitting and reviewing grant applications. Monitor grant projects and assist with screening vendors recommending equipment as noted in assessments.

• Collaborate at times with Federation staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to the staff and leadership of Jewish agencies and the public

• Perform duties in a professional manner and appearance
• Write required reports
• Make independent decisions with good judgment and within guidelines and procedures
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Possess a valid passport
• Willing to travel both in the United States and overseas
• Willing to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays and weekends

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Professionally recognized certification(s) in security related field required (CPP or PSP designations will be considered)

• Previous law enforcement experience in a leadership position for a minimum of five years.

• Certification in project management is desirable.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience, education and previous related achievements.
The position is professional, full time and offers a competitive benefits package.

To apply: Qualified individuals may apply by sending a cover letter, resume and compensation requirements to the attention of Deborah McGuire or Jewish
Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, 2000 Technology Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Law Enforcement: 5 years (Required)
• Security: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable — more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented — enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible — enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented — would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Autonomous/Independent — enjoys working with little direction
• High stress tolerance — thrives in a high-pressure environment

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Outcome-oriented — results-focused with strong performance culture
• People-oriented — supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented — cooperative and collaborative