Director, Security, Life Safety & Transportation

Brethren Village Retirement Community, in Lititz, PA, is seeking a Director, Security, Life Safety & Transportation who possesses at least 10 years of law enforcement experience, along with supervisory experience. The Director, Security, Life Safety & Transportation works proactively with department colleagues to help ensure the safety of Residents, Team Members, and campus visitors, as well as the protection of property. The Director also oversees / manages, in collaboration with Supervisors, campus transportation functions and parking policies; the campus Mail Room and mail services; Concierge services. The Director: • provides effective and reliable leadership and management for all campus security and fire and life-safety processes, policies, and protocols • working collaboratively with the Security Supervisors, proactively develops, implements, manages, and evaluates security, workplace violence prevention, and fire safety / life safety policies and programs for Brethren Village; adheres to relevant state and federal regulations with respect to policies and procedures • provides expert consultation to Brethren Village leaders with respect to campus security and life safety issues • is responsible for the interdepartmental Emergency Response Team, including implementing and monitoring emergency preparedness requirements as defined by the PA Department of Health and the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services • may serve as the Incident Commander during a fire, weather emergency, active shooter situation, or other crisis event • oversees / coordinates training and drills for Security Officers, campus leaders, administrators and clinical staff with respect to emergency response • provides hands-on security services when needed, including patrolling campus areas, participating in fire equipment inspections, assisting with security or parking needs during large campus functions, assisting Residents during evacuation drills, etc. • oversees all campus shuttle / transportation services for Residents, in collaboration with the Transportation Supervisor • oversees the Mail Room and mail services in conjunction with the Mail Room Supervisor • supervises Concierge staff, helping to ensure Residents, Team Members, and guests of Brethren Village consistently receive excellent and timely service • provides effective leadership and supervision for all assigned Team Members: hires; trains; schedules, provides ongoing coaching and development; involves and engages; evaluates performance; and provides effective oversight The Director must possess and maintain a valid PA driver's license (must have possessed a driver's license for at least the past 2 years), proof of personal auto insurance, and a driving record free from serious or excessive violations including DUI. The Director must be able to safely walk, run, climb, and help transfer and evacuate older adult Residents during any emergency situations. Work Schedule • Full-time, benefits-eligible:40 hours per week, primarily dayshift, Monday through Friday • additional hours, evening and overnight hours, weekend hours, and holiday hours may be required during campus events, or due to urgent or emergency situations • the Director is expected to be available to return to campus during urgent or emergency situations, and to be available by phone to provide consultation as needed • the Director is expected to report and remain on campus during weather emergencies to help facilitate the response Requirements • an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or other advanced training in criminal justice, law enforcement, risk management, or a related field • at least 10 years of relevant professional experience, such as in law enforcement or as a security professional with a large organization, including experience in crime prevention, fire safety, and emergency planning and management • must possess and maintain a valid PA driver's license (must have possessed a driver's license for at least the past 2 years), proof of personal auto insurance, and a driving record free from serious or excessive violations including DUI • current CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire • a solid understanding of crime prevention, fire safety, and emergency management processes, tools, IT security-related systems, and techniques • a thorough understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to law enforcement, fire codes, and emergency management, and regulations specific to a skilled nursing facility and retirement community • prior management experience, including experience effectively providing training, supervision, and leadership for staff; efficiently scheduling staff; managing a department or program budget; managing processes and procedures • a proven record of process improvement: the demonstrated ability to proactively identify areas for improvement and successfully implement improvements • the ability to coordinate and efficiently schedule work across departments, working collaboratively with others • a high degree of comfort working with computer software, programs, apps, databases, and online resources; the interest and ability to use technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness • the ability to work day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours as needed, and serve on-call on a routine basis; ability to safely report to work during inclement weather • ability to safely walk, run, climb, and help transfer and evacuate older adult Residents during any emergency situations • ability and willingness to consistently work in a safe and alert manner, and to report to work fit for duty; commitment to wearing protective equipment as required for the position, using safety equipment and lifts in a proper manner as applicable to the position, and adhering to all applicable health, hygiene, and safety-related policies and procedures • commitment to adhering to HIPAA privacy regulations, and handling Residents' and Team Members' confidential, sensitive, and personal information in a discreet and professional manner For the health and safety of all members of our community, Brethren Village maintains a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco / smoke-free work environment. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a professional / employment reference check; verification of education and credentials as applicable to the position; a post-offer criminal background screen; a post-offer physical exam, drug screen, and a TB test.