The Pratt Library is accepting applications for a Assistant Director of Safety and Security for the Facilities Management Division to plan, direct, and coordinate the security and safety activities of all Library buildings.

 The employee works a conventional work week that may involve evening and weekend hours especially in emergency situations. Work is performed in the Central or Branch libraries where there are normal working conditions and may necessitate a 24 hour on-call status.

This position reports to the Chief, Facilities Management.

The summary of duties listed below is not exhaustive. Additional duties are dependent upon the needs of the hiring division.

The Assistant Director of Safety and Security:
 

 Associate's Degree required.  A minimum of five years of management experience in the area of security management and/ or shipping operations, preferably in a complex multi-site organization.


Desired Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree in security, risk management, library management, or project management preferred


Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of security program management and standard safety and security policies.
 
Demonstrated knowledge and hands on experience utilizing state-of-the-art life safety and security systems and equipment plus the ability to train staff in the operation of same.
 
Proven experience in creating and enforcing work schedules. Experience in supervising and directing a team.

Demonstrated experience and commitment to functioning within agency policies and procedures.
 
Experience in budget creation and management and basic understanding of operating within budget constraints.
 
Knowledge of Baltimore City safety codes and basic security/police procedures is preferred.

Physical Examination

Those under final consideration for appointment must pass a job-related physical examination by the City.