Assistant Director, Safety & Security

New York City
76 Trinity Pl
New York, NY 10006, USA

The Assistant Director, Safety & Security (ADSS) reports to the Director, Safety & Security (DSS) and works with staff, volunteers and leadership to ensure that they and their constituents are and feel safe. The primary objective of the ADSS is to manage the operational aspects of the Trinity Safety & Security program and to ensure the appropriate degree of protection for Trinity’s people, operations and assets.

The ADSS supervises Safety & Security Managers who are assigned to individual properties or groups of properties within the Mission Properties portfolio (e.g., 76 Trinity Place, Trinity Church, Saint Paul’s Chapel, Trinity Uptown Cemetery & Mausoleum and the Trinity Retreat Center). Additional properties may be added as Trinity fulfills its business objectives. The ADSS collaborates with all stakeholders and tenants to achieve an efficient and safe working environment.

The incumbent demonstrates deep experience in corporate and public security standards, building life safety codes and procedures, and experience with third-party vendors. The ADSS has knowledge of contemporary building safety & security processes, procedures, equipment and compliance, and experience in public event settings. This position may assume the duties of the DSS during absences, emergencies, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and supervise the management of all security operations utilizing a combined staff of Safety & Security Managers as well as contracted safety/security providers.
• Mentor and develop subordinate department personnel.
• Act as primary operational liaison to third-party vendors on all administrative issues (e.g., personnel, training, performance). Ensure vendors operate within contract specifications, staffing and operating needs are met, invoices are correct, and budgets are forecasted. Perform regular audits on contractor performance, records and billing.
• Assist Safety & Security Managers in managing all electronic safety & security systems (access control, intrusion detection, elevator controls, video management, visitor management, Fire Life Safety systems, building systems, etc.).
• Work with DSS to present safety updates to Trinity’s governance, senior management, staff, and congregation.
• Adhere to confidentiality rules and all Trinity Wall Street policies and procedures.
• Perform all duties in a professional manner that promotes Trinity’s mission and core values.

• Safety & Security
• Inspect, test, and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, and practices to ensure safety standards and government regulations are followed.
• Conduct periodic quality checks to ensure safety & security operations policies and procedures are current.
• Assist DSS with compliance with regulatory bodies and standards (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Assist Safety Manager in supervision of the Fire Life Safety Director for 76 Trinity Place and other Mission Properties.
• Coordinate annual fire and emergency planning drills.
• Evaluate the need for and manage chemical and biological detection systems within critical environments.
• Work with Safety Manager to create environmental management database for facilities (site characterization, facility permit compliance, tank management, air monitoring systems).
• Emergency Management:
  Develop evaluation center and establish warning system for local and global weather and disaster events; develop comprehensive preparedness & emergency response plan and operations guide using risk-based planning methods and strategies.

• Other
• Perform additional duties, as required.
• Assist with management of other departmental Safety and Security functions as needed.
• Adhere to confidentiality rules and all Trinity Wall Street policies, procedures, and rules.
• Perform all duties in a manner that promotes Trinity’s mission and core values.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ACTIVITIES

• BS/BA in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Industrial Safety, Emergency Management, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• 7+ years of experience in a senior Corporate Security, Life-Safety position, or similar role.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, strong…