Director of Security

The University of Virginia seeks applicants for two newly created Director of Security positions, who want to serve the community and help keep the University and surrounding area safe. The directors of security will be responsible for overseeing the organization and management of Hospital or Grounds security personnel. They are responsible for meeting the overall goals of the security segment of the Police Department, resolving problems and working with other University departments and community agencies.

As a Director of Security at one of the nation's top public universities, you will be serving in a vibrant community with a variety of culture, recreation and entertainment opportunities - suitable for families and young professionals.

UPD takes pride in being a leader in community-based, progressive approaches toward safety. The department supports its employees and encourages them to introduce creative and innovative ways to promote public safety, engage the community and be a leader on grounds.

These are un-armed, uniformed non-sworn employees who play an integral role in the overall safety and security at the University.

Responsibilities include:

• Communicates with upper management and administration as issues occur.

• Resolves internal departmental issues as they occur.

• Ensures that the requirements of the performance planning and evaluation system are met.

• Acts as a liaison to other departments and organizations and the University Community.

• Provides follow-up and documentation on incident reports and other situations involving keys, door repair, card reader doors, and special open door requests.

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

• Provides strategic planning for the security division within the police department.

• Directly supervises Sergeants for the Medical Center or Grounds.

• Sits on the Universities Threat Assessment Team.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma and at least five (5) years of experience in a security related position.

• Applicants must pass the DCJS Campus Security Officer certification and pass Security CIT training. (Training will be provided by the department)

• A Valid Virginia Driver's license with a positive points balance is required, if applicants have an out of state driver's license they must be able to obtain a VA license within 90 days of employment.

• Previous supervisory experience and the ability to lead by example and mentor team members.

• The ability to appropriately apply safety principles, evaluate situations, and routinely make decisions under varying and often rapidly evolving situations.

• Applicants must possess strong oral and written communication skills.

• Applicants must be able to apply progressive discipline concepts and interface with HR representatives for personnel issues

• Applicants must be able to work a flexible schedule including mandatory overtime as a result of unforeseen circumstances and coverage requirements.

Anticipated hiring range: $90,000 - $105,000 / annual

Candidates will be required to complete a background check, psychological assessment, and drug screen before a formal offer of employment will be made per University policy.

To learn more about the UVA security department visit : https://uvapolice.virginia.edu/

TO APPLY:

Please visit UVA job board https://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/ and search for "R0065313"

Complete an application online and attach:

* CV/Resume

* Cover Letter detailing your interest in this position

* Contact information for 3 references

PROCESS FOR INTERNAL UVA APPLICANTS: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search "Find Jobs", and search for "R0065313"

***Please note that you MUST upload ALL documents into the CV/Resume box.

Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration.***

For questions about the application process please contact Karon Harrington, Academic Recruiter at fak3ph@virginia.edu.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Security employees are subject to respond to all types of situations including but not limited to, manmade and natural disasters, fires, weather related emergencies, other emergencies including those of a violent nature. Typical daily physical demands include, but are not limited to, standing and sitting for extended periods of time, driving, lifting, traveling and the use of both hands. Physical demands for security employees can change significantly from one day to the next based on the needs for a particular assignment and can include any of the above including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, twisting, climbing ladders and stairs and heavy lifting.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.