Transit Security Operations Leader

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) in Texas seeks a Security Program Manager to oversee security operations, develop strategies, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safety regulations across all facilities.

The role requires eight years in security with at least three in management; a Bachelor's degree in Safety or Criminal Justice is preferred, along with security or surveillance training and IS-200/265/700/800 certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's preferred in Safety, Criminal Justice or related field.
• Additional training in security, law enforcement or video surveillance systems preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary managerial direction and personnel admin for direct report staff (training, supervising, timesheets, evaluations).
• Collaborates with department managers to determine security needs.
• Plans and implements comprehensive security strategies, including surveillance and access control.
• Oversees security operations budget and documents processes.
• Gathers security intelligence and implements preventative measures.
• Coordinates responses to emergencies and alarms; compiles reports.
• Operates Surveillance Security and Access Control to oversee monitoring, auditing, reporting.
• Keeps abreast of new security technologies and surveillance methods.
• Ensures compliance with safety policies and security regulations.
• Participates in Safety Certification programs.
• Leads and supports METRO's safety culture to protect employees and patrons.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

SMS knowledge

NIMS IS-200/IS-265/IS-700/IS-800

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Safety/Criminal Justice

Training in security/video surveillance systems

Tools

Video surveillance systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) in Texas seeks a Security Program Manager to oversee security operations, develop strategies, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safety regulations across all facilities.

The role requires eight years in security with at least three in management; a Bachelor's degree in Safety or Criminal Justice is preferred, along with security or surveillance training and IS-200/265/700/800 certifications.