Director of Safety and Security

Laguna College of Art Design is seeking a full-time experienced Director of Safety Security. The College is located in an internationally recognized arts colony in Laguna Beach, California and offers a diversity of majors in Animation, Graphic Design and Digital Media, Fine Art, Game Art, Illustration, and Entertainment Design.

Position Summary:

The Director of Safety Security has 24/7 responsibility for providing and promoting a safe and secure environment for the LCAD community, including students, faculty, staff, and visitors, on all campuses.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts foot and mobile security patrols of all campus property. Identifies and detains violators to turn over to proper authorities.
• Conducts initial investigation of incidents and files written reports as required.
• Respond to all calls for service including lockouts, escorts, noise complaints, etc., in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner.
• Respond to all medical emergencies, provides emergency medical care as appropriate, and contacts emergency responders such as police, fire and/or ambulance personnel as required.
• Observes, investigates, and reports any safety or hazards present on campus.
• Oversees campus protocol policies for emergency evacuations and threats on campus.
• Manages security camera operations and security camera release of footage policies.
• Escorts the homeless off campus and reports problems to the Laguna Beach Police Department.
• Reviews relevant federal and state campus security and safety laws, and writes and implements safety and security policies for campus compliance, such as the Clery Act, Campus Save Act, VAWA, Title IX, and others.
• Tracks Clery Act crime statistics, maintains a daily security log, and files required reports.
• Administers all campus timely warnings, emergency notifications, and OMNILERT communications.
• Enforces parking regulations including the distribution of LCAD parking permits.
• Responsible for managing keys, the access control system, and alarm code.
• Implements and oversees the front desk for campus visitor check-in and lanyards program.
• Develops a thorough knowledge of all campuses.
• Assists with providing security and safety training orientation for new incoming students each semester.
• Serves as the vendor primary point of contact for all alarm and access control systems.
• Reviews shift reports and provides immediate follow up; serves as a liaison with the municipal fire department, police department, and other outside agencies.
• Work with faculty, staff, and students to ensure safe conditions are maintained and audit all department and classroom activities to ensure compliance with regulatory and LCAD policies.
• Administer and enforce health and safety programs; monitor, update, and evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs and processes; and implement policies and procedures to meet federal, state, and local statutes and guidelines.
• Coordinate with the Office of Human Resources on the maintenance of the Injury, Illness, and Prevention Program including revisions, distribution, and training.
• Manage SDS hazardous materials including maintenance of Safety Data Sheets database, auditing, conducting safety inspections, regular review, and revision of policy and training.
• Manage the Environmental Health Safety Committee including conducting regular meetings; preparation and distribution of meeting minutes; and coordination of training such as first aid, CPR, and AED.
• Coordinate regular fire safety, earthquake, active shooter, and other emergency drills.
• Creates safety signage.
• Coordinates third-party services.
• Ensures safety compliance.
• Creates 1 year, 5 year, and 10 year plans for the Environmental Health Safety system.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position Requirements, Experience, and Education:

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This individual must have a desire to work in a team-oriented environment that serves a diverse population.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related field preferred, or commensurate education and experience.

Experience

• Minimum of seven years of experience in a leadership role in an educational environment preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and issues.

Licenses

Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and carry automobile insurance coverage. Automobile insurance coverage must meet minimum liability insurance requirements for private passenger vehicles. Although not required, it is recommended to have the following insurance limits: bodily injury liability insurance coverage of at least $50,000 per person/$50,000 per accident and property damage liability of $5,000 per accident.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position oversees a security team.

Position Requirements

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be proficient in Google Suite: Gmail and Calendar.
• Must clear a background check.
• Must complete and pass SB1626 training.
• Must hold a valid California driver’s license.
• Must maintain an excellent driving record and participate in an ongoing DMV driving record background check.
• Ability to deal with confidential data and work in a high impact, time-sensitive, and deadline-oriented environment required.
• Must be able to effectively manage confidential and sensitive interactions with students, faculty, staff, vendors, and visitors while providing the highest level of customer service.
• Must be a strategic thinker with the ability to maintain a professional demeanor while exercising excellent judgment; collecting and analyzing data; establishing facts; and recommending solutions.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with all levels of employees, management, students, and the Laguna Beach community required.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a culturally competent professional with broad experience interacting with and supporting the needs of a diverse student population and/or staff and faculty.
• Must have a working knowledge of local, state, and federal requirements and the ability to research safety codes and other relevant regulations applicable to environmental health and safety.
• Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team required.
• Excellent organizational skills and problem solving skills required.
• Must be self-motivated, focused, and proactive.
• Excellent spelling, grammar, and editing skills required.
• Ability to multi-task and work in fast-paced, demanding environment required.
• Experience in higher education preferred.
• Must be able to drive persona and college vehicle for business purposes, must pass a Motor Vehicle background check, and have minimum insurance requirements as set by LCAD.

This individual will also be able to perform the following essential functions:

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude an individual from retaining employment.
• Take and follow directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Receive and respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Balance multiple tasks and priorities.
• Performs other essential duties and tasks specific to the position.

Physical Essential Functions:

Lifting up to 50 lbs. without assistance, grasping, pulling, pushing, carrying, squatting, bending, reaching, stooping, seeing, hearing, speaking, sitting, standing, running, climbing, walking, keyboarding, writing, driving, reaching over shoulder, kneeling, twisting, and squatting.

Equipment:

Some of the equipment used to perform this job: hand tools, radio, vehicles, television and miscellaneous security monitors, chemicals, telephone, computer, printer, keys, gloves, flashlight, first aid kits, and jumper cables.

Environmental Conditions:

The job involves exposure to the following in various degrees but is not limited to only these environmental conditions: fumes, dirt, hazards (blood, etc.), heat/cold, toxins, and noise.

Business Hours:

Regular business hours for the College are Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Regular hours may vary based on the College’s needs and type of position. Weekend and evening hours may be required. Travel will be required.

Classification and Status:

This is an exempt position.

This is a regular, full-time position.

This is a benefits-eligible position.

Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $114,000.00 per year

Background Check:

This individual will be required to undergo a job-related background check, inclusive of employment and education verification. Some positions may require successful completion of a post-offer agility test. Employment is contingent on satisfactory results of the aforementioned, in addition to compliance with requirements cited in this job description.

At-Will Employment:

Employment with the College is “at-will” meaning the that the terms of employment may be changed with or without notice, with or without cause, including but not limited to termination, demotion, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, duties, and location of work. There is no agreement expressed or implied between the College and you for continuing or long-term employment. While the College has every hope that employment relationships will be mutually beneficial and rewarding, employees and the College retain the right to terminate the employment relationship at will, at any time, with or without cause. The President is the only person who can modify or alter the at-will employment relationship.

Benefits if applicable:

Medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, 403(b) retirement savings plan, paid vacation, paid sick and paid holidays, life insurance/AD&D, long term disability, LCAD tuition benefit, among other benefits. Waiting period may apply.

Full time position; salary commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to hr@lcad.edu.

Laguna College of Art Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All applicants and employees have equal employment opportunities with Laguna College of Art Design (“LCAD”) regardless of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member status, marital status, age, medical condition, disability, genetic characteristics or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Employment shall be based solely on LCAD’s needs and the individual’s qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $114,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $95,000 - $114,000