Security Manager

Brookdale Senior Living in; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Referral program

Early wage access

Job summary

Brookdale Senior Living seeks a Security Manager (Finance) to maintain a secure environment for associates and residents. You will oversee security staff, coordinate schedules, lead in-house training, and monitor cameras and safety systems.

The role involves emergency response and collaboration with leadership to ensure safety across the community. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of related experience, with CPR/First Aid training preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Fire safety and basic CPR/First Aid training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees security guard staff and ensures shift coverage.
• Coordinates staffing schedules and training programs.
• Reviews daily logs and initiates follow-up procedures.
• Hires, trains, disciplines, and evaluates security personnel.

Skills

Staff coordination

Safety training

Emergency response

Security systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years related experience

Tools

Security cameras

Life safety systems

Emergency phones

Job description

Security Manager (Finance)

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required; a minimum of five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements

Fire Safety and Basic CPR/First Aid training. For positions that require travel between locations or the transportation of residents, associate must have a valid driver's license.

Management/Decision Making

Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.

Knowledge and Skills

Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
• Walking
• Sitting
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• On-Call on an as needed basis
• Reach with hands and arms
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
• Climb or balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Talk or hear
• Taste or smell
• Exposure to latex
• Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds
• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires Travel: Occasionally
• Vision

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.

Responsible for maintaining a secure environment for all associates and residents within the building and on the community grounds by overseeing the security guard staff.

• Coordinates staffing schedules.
• Initiates all in house training and safety programs as it relates to the security department. Oversees security guard cross‑training program
• Reviews all daily logs and initiates follow‑up procedures.
• Hires, trains, disciplines, and terminates security guards in accordance with company policy. Conducts performance evaluations.
• Maintains familiarity with and monitors all emergency and safety equipment including security cameras, phones, and life safety systems.
• Secures all areas of the building, checking for open doors and any unusual activity.
• Conducts regularly scheduled rounds in and around the building.
• Responds appropriately to emergencies by calling or contacting appropriate internal and external parties, according to established protocol. Assists with disaster management efforts and activities during evacuations (i.e. fires, hurricanes, etc.). Works with concierge during emergencies, as needed.
• Informs supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
• Answers the phone promptly. Responds to questions, directs calls or takes messages as appropriate.
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Interacts with residents and guests in a friendly and courteous manner, providing assistance and directions as requested.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor. Salary Minimum: 20.72 Salary Maximum: 25.9