Deputy Director, Community Security & Preparedness (Hybrid)

Jewish Miami; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation seeks a Deputy Director for the Office of Community Security in Miami, FL. This senior role leads security strategy and operations, guiding TVRAs, training programs, and emergency response across the Jewish community.

The ideal candidate brings a decade of leadership in security or related fields, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and the ability to translate complex threats into practical guidance for diverse institutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Public Administration, Military Science, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership or operational experience in local, state, or federal law enforcement, military service, homeland security, emergency management, intelligence, public safety, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience conducting security assessments, developing emergency plans, delivering training programs and managing security operations is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to coordinate effectively with public agencies, institutional partners, and community stakeholders.
• Ability to successfully pass a comprehensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Director's principal deputy and strategic partner, helping establish departmental priorities, coordinate initiatives, and provide day-to-day operational leadership for the Office of Community Security.
• Represent and act on behalf of the Director at internal/external meetings, community events, agency briefings, and during security incidents.
• Conduct Threat and Vulnerability Risk Assessments (TVRAs) for Jewish institutions and partners; identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigations.
• Develop and coordinate security training programs focused on active threat response and emergency preparedness.
• Serve as a trusted security advisor to executives, clergy, school leaders, and security committees.
• Assist in identifying emerging threat patterns and recommend changes in security posture and communications.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Relationship building

Judgment & discretion

Organizational skills

Project management

Tech proficiency

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Security software

Intelligence platforms

Job description

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation seeks a Deputy Director for the Office of Community Security in Miami, FL. This senior role leads security strategy and operations, guiding TVRAs, training programs, and emergency response across the Jewish community.

The ideal candidate brings a decade of leadership in security or related fields, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and the ability to translate complex threats into practical guidance for diverse institutions.