Security Coordinator

<p><strong>Security Coordinator</strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The <strong>Security Coordinator</strong> is responsible for leading and coordinating security operations across multiple facilities to protect employees, visitors, assets, products, and company information. This position oversees security personnel and third-party security providers, ensures compliance with company policies and applicable regulations, and drives consistent security standards across multiple sites.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on security professional with supervisory, risk management, incident response, and communication skills, capable of managing security operations in a dynamic manufacturing and logistics environment.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Security Operations &amp; Site Protection</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise daily security operations across multiple locations.</li><li>Establish and maintain security procedures, protocols, and standards for all sites.</li><li>Ensure effective access control for employees, contractors, visitors, vehicles, and vendors.</li><li>Oversee security of facilities, equipment, inventory, raw materials, finished goods, and other company assets.</li><li>Conduct regular security inspections, audits, and risk assessments.</li><li>Identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective and preventive actions.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Security Personnel &amp; Vendor Management</strong></p><ul><li>Manage third-party security contractors, ensuring staffing levels, performance, training, and compliance with contractual requirements.</li><li>Establish clear expectations, KPIs, schedules, and performance standards for security teams.</li><li>Conduct regular meetings and site visits to ensure consistent execution across locations.</li><li>Support investigations and performance management related to security personnel.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Incident &amp; Emergency Management</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the response to security incidents, emergencies, theft, workplace violence, unauthorized access, property damage, and other security-related events.</li><li>Coordinate with local law enforcement, emergency services, and internal leadership when required.</li><li>Conduct incident investigations, document findings, and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Maintain emergency response and crisis management procedures.</li><li>Participate in business continuity and emergency preparedness activities.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Technology &amp; Security Systems</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the effective use of security systems, including:</li><li>CCTV/video surveillance</li><li>Access control systems</li><li>Alarm systems</li><li>Visitor management systems</li><li>Vehicle/gate control systems</li><li>Security communication systems</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve security through technology and automation.</li><li>Ensure security systems are properly maintained and operational.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Compliance &amp; Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with company security policies, customer requirements, and applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Conduct periodic security audits and assessments across all assigned locations.</li><li>Develop and maintain security procedures, reports, and documentation.</li><li>Track security KPIs, incidents, trends, and corrective actions.</li><li>Recommend continuous improvements to strengthen the company's overall security program.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in <strong>Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business Administration, or related field</strong> preferred.</li><li><strong>2+ years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse or industrial security.</strong></li><li>Previous experience supervising security teams and/or third-party security providers.</li><li>Experience managing <strong>multi-site security operations</strong> is highly preferred.</li><li>Strong knowledge of access control, CCTV, incident investigation, emergency response, and loss prevention.</li><li>Bilingual <strong>English/Spanish</strong> preferred, particularly for environments with a diverse workforce.</li><li>Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office; experience with security management systems is a plus.</li><li>Ability to travel between assigned locations as required.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Core Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Leadership &amp; team supervision</li><li>Security risk assessment</li><li>Incident investigation</li><li>Crisis &amp; emergency management</li><li>Loss prevention</li><li>Vendor management</li><li>Decision-making &amp; problem solving</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Conflict management</li><li>Attention to detail</li><li>Confidentiality &amp; integrity</li><li>Continuous improvement</li><li>Ability to work independently across multiple sites</li></ul>