POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Security is responsible for creating a safe and secure working environment for TAO Group Hospitality (TGH) Company employees and creating a safe, secure, and friendly environment that supports the highest level of guest service for clients and guests who visit TGH Company venues. Additionally, The Director of Security oversees and manages all aspects for venue and event security operations while providing strategic and operational guidance to full-time and part-time event security staff.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS/ACTIVITIES SUMMARY:

Develop and implement Standard Operating procedures (SOP), Post Orders, and policies and procedures for venue security and event security in accordance with TGH Security Standards.

Manage the administrative process for the completion of event security reporting to include incident reports, event security plans, event summaries, event flash reports and other security related reporting.

Oversee all administrative tasks for the security staff at the venue such as training, progress, discipline reports, etc.…

Conduct security investigations as directed by senior TGH Security staff and respond in a timely and effective manner to security incidents and emergencies, including review and analyzation of CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) footage, access control logs, etc.

Act as a liaison to the venue General Managers, internal departments, attend event production meetings with other TGH units to define security requirements and needs for all venue events.

Manage the venue security budget and employee management systems, which includes budget forecasts for event security staffing levels and final reconciliations against P&L.

Collaborate with internal and external partners to maximize budgeted results and maintain optimal operating efficiency.

Build relationships with local law enforcement, talent and security representatives, client representatives and other relevant stakeholders, organizations, and agencies.

In partnership with TGH’s learning and development team, provide regular, recurring, and remedial security training opportunities and establish a staff development training program for venue security and event security staff that includes a venue security exercise training program to include regular tabletop and functional exercises.

Perform other security duties as directed to accomplish the overall security mission at TGH venues which includes liaising and coordinating with other Threat Management Division units on operational security requirements and needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 - 6 years security operations and management experience and knowledge of events, sports, club, or theatre operations within a sizeable entertainment venue (candidates with comparable experience in other corporate security and management fields may be considered).

Four-year degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business Administration, or another related field preferred.

Ability to develop and execute company and departmental standard operating procedures (SOP’s), and effectively articulate and manage security budgetary initiatives, including a minimum of 3 years’ experience managing budgets and executing third party contracts.

Knowledge of CCTV, surveillance equipment, radio communication systems, and life safety systems and fire codes.

Extensive experience working alongside local and state public safety agencies as well as managing in a union environment and participation negotiating collective bargaining agreements.

Proven ability to assess, develop and successfully execute strategic internal and external security plans and quickly adapt to change as required by events.

Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and time management skills required, ideally working alongside C-Suite Executives.

Must have the ability to work independently and use sound business judgment while dealing with tact, diplomacy, and a commitment to company values.

Adept at maintaining a positive, open, approachable, and professional relationship with a diverse group of people.

SUPERVISION:

Managers

Supervisor(s) Venue Security

Security Officer Staff

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, and extended hours, inclusive of weekends, nights and holidays required.

Frequent typing with repetitive motion, sitting, and extensive walking through the building required.

Ability to travel to other venues to support the Threat Management team as needed.