Security Specialist (Memphis, TN)

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Maternity / Paternity Leave

Infertility Treatment Program

Adoption Assistance

Education Assistance

Enterprise Learning and Development

And more

Job summary

ALSAC is seeking a Safety & Continuity professional to oversee the Safety Program and support integration with the Business Continuity Program. You will document, monitor, and improve safety, security, and continuity initiatives across the National Executive Office and regional offices in Memphis.

The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, training delivery, data reporting, and maintaining program documentation in a regulatory environment. Onsite five days a week in Memphis, TN.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
• Understanding of audit, risk, compliance, or quality standards.
• Experience with safety, security, or business continuity programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ALSAC Safety Program and align with Business Continuity.
• Support development, implementation, and maintenance of safety and security components.
• Document, monitor, and improve safety and continuity processes.
• Coordinate training, reporting, and program communications.
• Maintain program documentation and regulatory compliance knowledge.

Skills

Clear communication

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Safety / Security Management / Criminal Justice / Emergency Management

Job description

At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.

We like people who are different… because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we’re calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®

Job Description

Provides oversight of all aspects of the ALSAC Safety Program and supports its seamless integration with the ALSAC Business Continuity Program. Provides support to the Advisor, Business Continuity & Safety, in planning, coordinating, and implementing business continuity, safety, and security initiatives and activities. Responsibilities include supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of key safety, security, and business continuity program components. This includes documenting, monitoring, and implementing routine hazard and security assessment initiatives for both the National Executive Office and regional offices; maintaining safety and business continuity program documentation; administering systems and databases that support program activities, including training and process improvement initiatives; and assisting with annual business continuity and safety plan maintenance activities.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains knowledge of safety, security, and business continuity planning methodologies, regulatory requirements, and management systems to provide guidance, support problem-solving efforts, and address operational and technical issues. Conducts employee training as needed.
• Supports Safety and Business Continuity Department initiatives across a variety of functional areas. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with colleagues, employees, vendors, and local authorities. Performs work within a standard office environment with normal lighting and climate-controlled conditions.
• Assists with the administration and maintenance of databases related to safety and security program activities, including user administration, content management, and user training. Prepares reports, procedures, and manuals that summarize and translate technical or complex information for diverse audiences.
• Supports department metrics and reporting activities by collecting, assembling, and interpreting statistical data used for program monitoring, compliance, and performance measurement. Requires regular use of a personal computer and related systems.
• Assists in drafting, updating, and maintaining safety, security, and business continuity documentation, including manuals, procedures, and program communications. Coordinates the preparation and distribution of updates as needed.
• Maintains current knowledge of business continuity concepts and planning methodologies, as well as OSHA, NFPA, NLB, and other applicable safety and security regulations, industry best practices, and ALSAC policies. Advises the Business Continuity & Safety Advisor of regulatory changes and their potential impact on program operations. Assists in implementing required program modifications and coordinating updates with business continuity plans.
• Schedules and coordinates Safety Warden, Safety Committee, and other departmental meetings in support of training, audits, exercises, and program activities. Manages multiple concurrent assignments while communicating clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of audit, assessment, quality monitoring, risk management, or compliance standards.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively convey safety and security information to employees.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Exceptional coordination, organization, and project management abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with external contacts.
• Proven success leading projects and teams.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Safety, Security Management, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, or a related field preferred, along with 3-5 years of related experience, preferably managing or supporting a safety, security, or business continuity program.

Work Location

This position is onsite five (5) days per week at the ALSAC National Executive Office in Memphis, TN.

Benefits & Perks

The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only

We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.

• Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
• 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development
• And more

ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.

ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.

No Search Firms

ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.