Safety & Security Manager

denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan for Life

457 (b) Retirement Plan

PTO

Wellness hours

Paid holidays

EcoPass

Job summary

Denver Public Library is hiring a Safety & Security Manager to create a safe, secure environment for staff, customers and the library’s assets. This role advances safety, continuity of operations and emergency preparedness in line with the library’s Strategic Roadmap.

You will lead safety and security across 28 locations, ensure resources meet needs, develop best practices, and implement processes to achieve performance standards while advising library leadership on related matters.

Qualifications

• Lead safety and security across 28 locations.
• Advise leadership on safety, security and emergency management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the functional and operational areas for the safety and security of library staff, customers, and assets.
• Develop and implement safety best practices and emergency preparedness measures.

Job description

About Our Job

The Denver Public Library (DPL) isn't just a place to borrow books; it's a vibrant, essential hub for our diverse city. As a growing urban library system with 28 locations and over 4 million annual visitors , we’re deeply woven into the fabric of Denver.

Join a team where your values align with your work. At the Denver Public Library, we’re not just serving our community; we’re building a culture guided by values that empower both our staff and the public.

Welcoming: We make our resources, services, and expertise accessible for all, recognize the inherent dignity in each person, and provide safe places where everyone can be themselves.

Curiosity: We foster a culture of exploration, innovation, and forward thinking by creating environments that support learning and growth.

Connection: We are neighbors. We foster relationships, listen and act to build and strengthen our community. We bring people together to share information, ideas, and experiences.

Equity: We work to change inequitable practices, structures and policies, and attitudes that drive them, to provide opportunities for every person in our community to thrive. As we do so, we actively examine our roles in perpetuating oppressive systems.

Stewardship: We are accountable to our community, using our resources responsibly. We lead with honesty and integrity, protect privacy and preserve and share the full history of our Denver community.

If you’re passionate about service, community engagement, and creating positive change, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us. Come join a team that believes in the power of knowledge, connection, and equity.

Unrivaled Benefits

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:

• Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan for Life (employee contributes 8.45%, employer contributes 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan
• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year), quarterly wellness hours, and 12 paid holidays
• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
• Enhanced Work/Life Balance: Employee Assistance Program (6 counseling sessions per year, legal assistance, financial counseling, discounted recreation center passes), Employee Volunteer Program
• Professional Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources ; Education Refund Program
• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

For more information please visit our website.

About Our Division

The Operations Division provides the critical infrastructure and support services that enable Denver Public Library to deliver on its mission effectively and sustainably. The division encompasses Finance, Information Technology, Safety and Security, and Facilities and Planning-each playing a vital role in ensuring organizational stability, resilience, and growth. Finance oversees fiscal stewardship, budgeting, and resource allocation to maximize impact and accountability. Information Technology drives digital transformation, system reliability, and data security to support innovation and efficiency. Safety and Security ensures a safe and welcoming environment for staff, customers, and community members through proactive risk management and emergency preparedness. Facilities and Planning manages the maintenance, development, and long‑term sustainability of organizational spaces, ensuring they are functional, accessible, and aligned with future needS. Together, these sub‑divisions form an integrated operational backbone that supports the Denver Public library's strategic priorities and day-to-day excellence.

About Our Position

Denver Public Library is hiring a Safety & Security Manager to support a safe and secure environment for staff, customers, and the library's assets. This is a critical role in taking safety, continuity of operations, and emergency preparedness to the next level in alignment with the library's Strategic Roadmap.

The role will lead the functional and operational areas for the security and safety of our 28 and growing number of library locations. Critical success factors will be defined by ensuring there are appropriate resources available to resolve complex business issues; informing, creating and maintaining best practices for safety and security; and creating processes that ensure the accomplishment of performance standards. This role is critical in acting as an advisor and subject matter expert to Denver Public Library leadership on all safety, security and emergency management related matters. Leads the communication and implementation of the overall safety and security strategy for the organization.

What You Would Bring

Leads planning and operations of the Security Department whose primary role is to maintain a safe and secure environment for customers and staff and to prevent asset loss.

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