Security Manager

JOB Develops and manages County security programs, including development and implementation of Countywide physical security policies and procedures, training, and security personnel management. Establishes and enforces physical security standards and ensures compliance with physical security requirements. Manages the performance of threat, risk and vulnerability assessments for County facilities. Develops and executes the departmental security budget.Distinguishing CharacteristicsThis is a job classification within the Management job family. Incumbents in this classification have responsibility to develop and implement Countywide physical security programs. Reports to the Director, Facilities Management Department. This classification may require a flexible work schedule. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Develops, organizes and manages security programs and initiatives to include standards regarding approved electronic security systems. Develops and implements appropriate standard operating procedures. Provides oversight and administration of access control systems, including hard key, access card systems and surveillance systems. Develops and enforces physical security standards. Provides management of maintenance/testing of physical security systems. Provides management of security monitoring operations and electronic security systems. Develops and evaluates metrics for analysis of security program effectiveness and efficiency. Maintains good working relationships with County leadership, elected/appointed officials, employees and the general public. Advocates for security initiatives, funding and compliance. Provides regular coordination with appropriate law enforcement to ensure consistency and cohesion between physical security concepts and law enforcement initiatives. Oversees staff including hiring recommendations, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and ensures activities are consistent with goals and objectives. Seeks and creates opportunities for improved performance, learning and development of staff. Identifies and addresses problems or conflicts. Develops, implements and monitors the departmental security budget. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 5-25 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, twisting, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions.Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday. May work some holidays, some nights, some weekendsLocation: 2515 South Congress Ave. Austin, TX 78704Department: Juvenile ProbationCriminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.Physical Exam, Drug Test, Alcohol TestYou must ensure your application accurately reflects your skills and abilities as they relate to the position. Only periods of employment and experience detailed in the "Work Experience" section of the application will be considered in determining which applicants move forward in the selection process, as well as determining pay level for candidate(s) recommended for hire.