Regional Security Manager

TITLE: Regional Security Manager 

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under direction of the Director of Security, is responsible for giving directions to and managing security operations in a specified Park District region. Surveys all parks in the region regularly and works closely with park supervisors to ensure the safety and security of park, park patrons and employees. Performs other security related duties as assigned or required.

 EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Makes regular tours of all parks in assigned region to observe and assess security practices and operations. 
• Discusses security needs with park supervisors and determines security needs of each park and of region as a whole. 
• Continually reviews and assesses security operations and needs in the region. 
• Makes recommendations for correcting security weaknesses that may exist and, in cooperation with park supervisors and region managers, implements effective security measures. 
• Supervises and evaluates security personnel. 
• Schedules security personnel and coordinates their schedules. 
• Monitors private security operations. 
• Prepares reports as needed and maintains security files. 
• Interacts with police officers and other police department personnel to address specific security situations and overall park security in the region. 
• Provides active support to the region manager in all security related concerns. 
• Ensures that security concerns of employees and patrons are addressed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: 

Completion of police officer training at the Chicago Police Academy and/or certification by the Illinois Local Government Law Enforcement Officers Training Board as a law enforcement officer preferred. Six years full time experience as a law enforcement officer, with a good permanent record, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Four (4) years of supervisory experience in law enforcement preferred.

License Required: Valid State of Illinois driver’s license required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of law enforcement and crime prevention principles and practices. Strong observation skills. Ability to interact constructively with police department and its' officers in order to accomplish park security objectives. Ability to supervise, manage and evaluate security staff. Ability to survey parks on a daily basis.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

General work area is indoors, in a smoke-free environment, with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting. Perform tasks that involve use of hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching, walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching and sitting. This position requires continuous sitting at a desk. Performs lifting tasks up to 25 pounds.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job duties are to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. 

BENEFITS: 

As a full-time Chicago Park District employee, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including:  

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.  
• 13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days in first year of employment).  
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.  
• 4 paid personal days per year.  
• 13 paid holidays per year. 
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility). 
• Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees'
• Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act. 
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.  
• Optional pre-tax programs – Transit  
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.  
• Free Admission to most Chicago museums. 

Rate of Pay: $96,558.43 per year

FLSA: Exempt      Career Service: Senior Executive Service   EEO: Protective Services