Regional Community Security Director

Jewish Federation of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Accommodations

Job summary

The Jewish Federation of Winnipeg seeks a proactive Regional Security Director to lead our province-wide security program, safeguarding community staff, volunteers, facilities, and events. You will assess risks, implement protocols, recruit and train a volunteer security team, and coordinate with local law enforcement and security agencies.

You will build partnerships with synagogues, camps, schools and security organizations, organize training and drills, and drive continuous improvement of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Strong community orientation and ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• 5+ years of senior-level security experience securing global Jewish communities and institutions.
• Proven ability to build and lead teams, recruit and manage a large volunteer network.
• Familiarity with Jewish community institutions such as synagogues, JCCs, camps, and schools.
• Strong organizational and strategic planning abilities; track record of leading initiatives.
• Self-starter who can manage complex change end-to-end.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with project management and decision-making in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels; discretion with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Implement comprehensive security strategies to address emerging threats and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with community leaders and stakeholders to advance security objectives.
• Support fundraising efforts for security initiatives.
• Build relationships with security organizations nationally and internationally.
• Promote collaboration and information sharing with Jewish organizations across the province.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and security professionals for response protocols.
• Organize outreach events, training, and drills to raise security awareness.
• Recruit, train and maintain security volunteers for institutions.
• Conduct security assessments and implement recommended improvements.
• Develop emergency protocols and conduct drills at community institutions.

Skills

Security leadership

Emergency preparedness

Risk assessment

Volunteer management

Stakeholder relations

Training programs

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Regional Security Director – Manitoba and Saskatchewan

Job Overview:

The Jewish Federation is seeking a proactive and dedicated Regional Security Director to lead the community’s comprehensive security program. This role involves safeguarding the safety and well-being of the community, its staff, volunteers, and facilities, ensuring a secure environment for all who participate in our events and programs. The Regional Director will be responsible for assessing risks, developing, and implementing security protocols, recruiting, and training a volunteer cohort, and leading emergency response efforts, while fostering strong relationships with local law enforcement and security agencies.

Duties (Include, but are not limited to):

• Implement comprehensive security strategies to address emerging threats and mitigate risks facing the Jewish community.
• Collaborate with community leaders, and stakeholders to advance the community security objectives and initiatives.
• Support Federation in fundraising efforts for security initiatives.
• Build working relationships with other security organizations on the national and international level.
• Cultivate strong relationships with Jewish communal organizations, synagogues, summer camps, schools, and other relevant stakeholders to promote collaboration and information sharing across the province.
• Serve as a liaison between the security program and local law enforcement agencies and security professionals to coordinate security efforts and response protocols.
• Organize community outreach events, training sessions, and educational programs to raise awareness about security issues and empower community members to play an active role in safeguarding their institutions and neighborhoods.
• Recruit, train and maintain security volunteers to assist Jewish organizations in securing their premises.
• Conduct robust security assessments of community institutions and manage the implementation of recommendations to improve physical infrastructure.
• Develop emergency protocols for community institutions and conduct emergency drills

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Strong community orientation
• 5+ years of senior-level security experience securing global Jewish communities and institutions
• Proven ability to build and lead teams including experience with recruiting, developing talent, and managing a large security volunteer network
• Familiarity with the rhythm of Jewish community institutions including synagogues, JCCs, day and overnight summer camps, Jewish day schools
• Strong organizational and strategic planning abilities; proven success leading strategic initiatives
• A self-starter able to leverage his/her knowledge, skill, and experience to manage complex change from start to finish
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with project management
• Ability to problem-solve, think strategically, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Must apply judgment and discretion in the handling of sensitive and confidential documentation

Accommodations are available throughout the application process.