Operations Manager - Security

Milken Community Schools; Los Angeles (CA); In loco; USD 90.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Milken Community Schools is seeking an experienced Operations Manager - Security to oversee safety and security operations on campus. You will manage Milken Security staff and our contracted security vendor, ensuring alignment with Milken standards and service requirements.

The role supports emergency preparedness, security technology, investigations, and law enforcement partnerships, while maintaining a calm, visible leadership presence to protect students, staff, families, and visitors.

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years of law enforcement capacity or 7+ years of corporate security experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience leading security teams.

Mansioni

• Lead daily campus security operations for gates, perimeter, buildings, parking and student arrival/dismissal.
• Manage Milken Security staff and contracted security vendor to Milken standards.
• Write and update post orders; assign staff and address performance concerns.
• Build schedules and review timesheets; approve vendor invoices and manage overtime.
• Conduct performance reviews and support vendor evaluations and contract renewals.
• Supervise on-campus security personnel and provide de-escalation training.
• Oversee visitor management, ID badges, key control and access for all campus stakeholders.
• Plan security for events and after-school activities; conduct drills and update procedures.
• Lead emergency response as part of crisis management team; remain reachable after hours.
• Perform security assessments; monitor threats relevant to the school and community.
• Maintain camera, access control, alarm systems in partnership with IT.
• Investigate and document incidents; recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with LAPD, LAFD and community security partners.

Conoscenze

Security leadership

Emergency preparedness

Investigations

Contract management

Access control

CCTV

Risk assessment

Budget management

Communication

Incident reporting

Formazione

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related

ASIS CPP certification (a plus)

Strumenti

MS Office

Google Workspace

Security systems (alarms/CCTV)

Descrizione del lavoro

OUR MISSIONOur School, founded on Jewish values, is about who our children can become and how they can help others become who they might be. Because the world our children will create tomorrow is born in the School we build today, our mission is to educate our children so they can surpass us.POSITION OVERVIEWWe are seeking an experienced and steady Operations Manager - Security to oversee safety and security operations at Milken. Reporting to the Director of Operations and Campus Security, this role manages both Milken Security staff and our contracted security vendor, ensuring all security personnel meet Milken’s standards every day.. The Security Manager supports the Director with emergency preparedness, security technology, investigations, and law enforcement partnerships. The ideal candidate is a calm, visible leader who protects our students, faculty, staff and families while keeping our campus warm and welcoming.RESPONSBILITIESLead daily campus security operations, including gates, perimeter, buildings, parking, and student arrival and dismissalServe as the primary point of contact for Milken Security staff and our contracted security vendor, holding both to Milken’s standards and the vendor to its contract, staffing levels and service requirementsWrite and update post orders for all security personnel, set staff and officer assignments, and address performance concerns, including coaching Milken Security staff with HR and requesting removal of contracted officers who don’t meet Milken’s standardsBuild and review schedules and timesheets for Milken Security and contracted personnel, approve vendor invoices, and manage overtime and coverage costsConduct regular performance reviews of Milken Security staff and the security vendor, and support future vendor evaluations and contract renewalsSupervise, train and coach all on-campus security personnel, including de-escalation and working with children and adolescentsOversee visitor management, ID badging, key control and access for employees, students, families and vendorsPlan and staff security for after-school activities, athletics, performances, holiday programs and community eventsDevelop and maintain the school's emergency operations plan, including lockdown, shelter-in-place, evacuation, reunification, earthquake and wildfire proceduresSchedule and run required emergency drills, debrief each drill, and update proceduresLead the response to security incidents and emergencies, serve on the crisis management team, and remain reachable after hours for urgent mattersConduct campus security and vulnerability assessments, and monitor threats relevant to the school and the Jewish communityParticipate in the school's behavioral threat assessment process with counseling, administration and Human ResourcesManage the school's camera, access control, visitor management, alarm and emergency communication systems in partnership with the IT departmentInvestigate and document theft, vandalism, policy violations and other security incidents, and recommend corrective actionsBuild working relationships with LAPD, LAFD, Jewish community security partners and neighboring institutionsDeliver security awareness and emergency training to faculty and staffDevelop and manage the annual security budget, including the vendor contract, technology and equipmentEnsure compliance with California school safety requirements, OSHA standards, fire code and school policiesAssess security needs for off-campus events such as trips, retreats, athletics, performances and community programs, determine Milken Security and contracted staffing, and attend in person as neededComplete other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations and Campus SafetyQUALIFICATIONS5+ years of law enforcement capacity or a minimum of 7+ years of combined corporate security experience3+ years of supervisory or management experience leading security teams requiredCurrent California BSIS Guard Card and Exposed Firearm PermitExperience managing a contracted security provider, including contract compliance, staffing and invoice reviewStrong knowledge of emergency preparedness, physical security protocols, risk assessments and law enforcement coordinationExperience with access control, CCTV, visitor management and alarm systemsExperience conducting investigations and writing clear incident reportsSecurity experience in a 6–12 school or college campusFamiliarity with security for Jewish institutions preferredHigh School Diploma or Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, emergency management, business, or a related field preferredASIS CPP or PSP certification, or training in threat assessment or de-escalation, is a plusOSHA certification preferredSound judgment and the ability to stay calm and make independent decisions under pressureExcellent communication skills with students, families, faculty, leadership and first respondersAbility to handle confidential information about students, families and staff with discretionProficiency in Microsoft Office and Google WorkspaceCurrent CPR/First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hireValid California driver's licenseAbility to walk the full campus, including hills and stairs, and to work some early mornings, evenings and weekends for events on and off campus and emergenciesSTANDARD ON-CAMPUS HOURSStart: M - F by 7:30 AMEnd: M -Th 4 PM, F 3:30 PMWill be required to work evenings and/or weekends, on and off campus, on occasion to support school events.*All schedules are subject to change.SALARY RANGE: $90,000 - $100,000 per yearMilken strives to be a nurturing, diverse and inclusive community. It is a vibrant academic home, drawing faculty and staff from the spectrum of faith, social and cultural backgrounds.Milken is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent. We offer competitive salaries and benefits (view here) and a rare opportunity to do the kind of work that stays with you—building something meaningful alongside colleagues who care deeply, and helping young people become the leaders our world needs. Explore our other opportunities here.