Director of Operations and Security

Join Our Team as Director of Operations and Security!

 

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for leadership, operational excellence, and creating safe, thriving environments? We’re looking for a dynamic Director of Operations and Security to help shape the future of our organization.

 

 

Who We Are

Gaudenzia is one of the largest nonprofit providers of treatment to people with substance use and co-occurring disorders in the nation. We operate in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.  Our caring, compassionate team is on a mission to save thousands of lives each year and bring hope to people devastated by substance use disorder. Together, we help individuals, families, and communities heal and thrive in the face of one of the most devastating public health crises of our time. As our organization grows and evolves to meet the needs of our clients and communities, we’re seeking passionate, empathic individuals to help us make an impact. With your help, we can turn the tide on substance use disorder.    

 

 

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• A mission-driven organization where your work directly supports real-world impact.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and inspiring workplace culture.

 

Salary: $99K-$111K

 

Education/Training: Degree in facilities management or property management 

 

Experience: Four years in progressively responsible & varied fiscal management or work in a multi-modality public or private organization. 

 

 

What You'll Do:

 

This individual is responsible for managing the operations and security of the facility and creating and maintaining safe and efficient work environments that improves business performance and optimizes staff productivity. Duties for the Director of Operations and Security will include directing facilities functions (operations, security, kitchen, maintenance, etc.) implementing policies and safety procedures, engaging with vendors and contractors, minimizing hazards, preparing facilities budgets and monitoring expenditures, designing and planning workstations, coordinating remodeling and refurbishment initiatives, testing equipment, forecasting space needs, ensuring compliance with zoning laws, coordinating relocations, and working with accreditation/licensing needs related to physical plant. The skills in managing facilities and directing facility functions will assist our organization in creating integrated spaces, minimizing disruptions to overall business operations, improving working conditions, and creating a safe and comfortable environment for both staff and clients. 

 

The ideal candidate for this role should possess strong communication skills (both oral and written), excellent organizational skills, broad knowledge of business functions, and project management experience. This individual must understand the technical aspects of the property, support day-to-day business operations, oversee the administration of risk management issues as it relates to the security of the facility, such as disaster plan, fire drills, emergency evacuations, etc., and ensure efficient operation of facilities, mitigate risk, and ensure that facilities meet the needs of clients and staff.

 

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the oversight of all aspects of the physical facility, security and operations of such buildings, grounds, and all equipment, furniture and fixtures contained there-in.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of all security measures to include but are not limited to, camera coverage, perimeter access and control, control of the introduction of contraband, searches of the premises by K9, searches of rooms, clients & staff to maintain the integrity of the building, key & tool control, fire safety controls, etc.
• Provides oversight and direction to the Operations Manager to ensure facility coverage and a Continuity of Operations process during emergencies and in cases of staffing shortages.
• Ensure timely reporting of all incidents, movement of clients in and out of the facility, submission of all required monthly reports for contracted agencies, etc.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of staffing patterns, schedules, contingency planning for all areas of opera