Public Transit Security Manager

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 97,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County is seeking an experienced Security Manager to oversee METRO’s security operations and staff. You will develop strategies, implement procedures, supervise contract security personnel, and coordinate with managers to ensure safety and compliance with regulations across the agency.

The role requires eight years in security with three in supervisory positions, knowledge of surveillance and access control, and familiarity with FTA SMS and CPTED

Qualifications

• Minimum eight (8) years of security-related experience, including three (3) years supervisory/management experience.
• Extensive experience in preventing illegal activity and performing access control.
• Experience with participating in projects as committee member, or subject matter expert.
• Deep subject matter knowledge in safety regulations, security standards, training approaches, and Safety Management Systems requirements.
• Experience with FTA’s Safety and Security Certification program.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary managerial direction and personnel administration for direct report staff, including training, supervision, and evaluations.
• Collaborates with department managers to determine security needs.
• Plans and implements comprehensive security strategies, including Surveillance Security and Access Control.
• Oversees the security operations budget and documents processes.
• Gathers security intelligence and implements preventative measures.
• Coordinates responses to emergencies and alarms; compiles reports.
• Operates and uses Surveillance Security and Access Control Operations for monitoring, auditing, and reporting.
• Keeps abreast of new security technologies and CCTV techniques.
• Ensures compliance with safety policies and security industry regulations.
• Participates in the Safety and Security Certification program.
• Provides leadership and customer-focused support to improve METRO's safety culture and security practices.
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Organizational skills

Verbal Communication

Interpersonal skills

NIMS IS-200/265/700/800

Video surveillance knowledge

CPTED knowledge

Microsoft Office

Contractor coordination

Public Transportation Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Criminal Justice or related field

Training in security/law enforcement/video surveillance

Job description

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County is seeking an experienced Security Manager to oversee METRO’s security operations and staff. You will develop strategies, implement procedures, supervise contract security personnel, and coordinate with managers to ensure safety and compliance with regulations across the agency.

The role requires eight years in security with three in supervisory positions, knowledge of surveillance and access control, and familiarity with FTA SMS and CPTED