Director-Security Operations & Compliance

Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Public Administration or a related field
• Three to five years of experience in law enforcement or corporate loss prevention security, or in a military environment with security experience
• Management experience in public, private or military security operations highly desirable  
• Professional discipline credentials,  CPP, PSP, CFE, highly desirable  
• A combination of education and experience may be taken into consideration based on the applicant’s credentials
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)   

The following generally describes the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short time period successfully to perform the assigned duties

Knowledge, Skills and Ability  

• Knowledge and understanding of the Clery Act and related federal and state laws, and local ordinances.  
• Knowledge of best practices in safety and security operations and procedures  
• Knowledge of performance measures used in assessing safety and security operations 
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Excellent writing skills  
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills   
• Ability to work within a culturally diverse environment  
• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive situations          
• Ability to work with a high degree of professionalism  

Working Conditions 

• General office environment   
• Travel to various colleges across the District    

Equipment

• Standard office equipment including personal computers and peripheral equipment    

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to operate computers and related equipment and software
• Ability to access multi-level facilities  

Worker Characteristics 

• Leadership – Demonstrates willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction  
• Initiative – Demonstrate willingness to take on responsibilities and job challenges
• Innovation – Requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related  problems
• Adaptability/Flexibility – Be open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. 

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago.