Assistant Director of Security

Job No: 498629
Work Type: Staff Full-time
Department: Administrative Services
Location: Brookdale Center, 55 Fifth Avenue, NY, NY
Categories: Safety/Security

Position Summary:

The Assistant Director of Security at Cardozo Law School reports to the Chief of Security of Yeshiva University and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Cardozo Security Department. This department is a unit within the Department of Administrative Services.

The Assistant Director of Security at Cardozo Law School will be the senior security administrator on campus and must demonstrate skill in dealing with bureaucratic protocol at all levels of the Security Department, along with other law school and university departments. He/She must be committed to serving the interests of the Cardozo Law School and Yeshiva University community in implementing the strategic goals of the Security Department. He/She will implement corrective disciplinary and/or procedural action, when appropriate, ensuring that investigations are conducted in a timely, thorough, objective & consistent manner.

Work Schedules: Monday - Thursday - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Friday - 8:00 am - 1:30 pm

Position Responsibilities:

• Maintains the Cardozo Law School/Yeshiva University's written emergency management plans, policies, and protocols to ensure ongoing compliance with established standards and requirements of the four phases of Emergency management; conducts vulnerability assessments; identifies programmatic revisions and develops/updates plans as appropriate
• Develops and maintains the Cardozo Law School/Yeshiva University's Emergency Response Plans
• Maintains, develops, and enhances current Disaster Recovery and Continuity of Operations Plans, designed to restore the Cardozo Law School/Yeshiva University to normal operations after a significant event on campus
• Manages all emergency situations arising on campus, including but not limited to personal injuries, fires, threats to persons, and all other emergency incidents
• Coordinates responses by all appropriate campus resources during an actual event, including, but not limited to, security, environmental health and safety, facilities management, media relations, student affairs, and university technology offices to ensure timely and effective response
• Plans and develops content of messages designed to alert the campus community, as well as external resources, of an evolving event on campus
• Provides training to identified individuals who may be required to communicate emergency information to the campus community during an event
• Understands, adheres to, and enforces all security department rules and regulations, policies, procedures, and written memorandum
• Works cooperatively and serves as a liaison with city, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Reports all security and safety violations and hazards to the appropriate campus authority
• Works to identify new sources of technology designed for safety and emergency response
• Make timely, sound decisions and accept concomitant responsibility.
• Manages Security Department staff, including Security Shift Supervisors and all contract security personnel
• Develop the skills of staff and prepare personnel for increased responsibilities
• Ability to evaluate job performance of employees through observation and/or review of work product
• Negotiate compromises with others

Experience & Educational Background:

• A minimum of 10 years of supervisory experience required, preferably in a law enforcement, public safety, or university environment
• Valid driver's license
• The ability to meet the standards set forth by the State of New York to become a law enforcement officer is required
• Campus law enforcement experience preferred
• Knowledge of basic financial management methods, techniques, and procedures is required

Skills & Competencies:

• The ability to remain calm and objective throughout stressful and unpleasant situations is required
• Ability to use electronic equipment, including but not limited to PC's, two-way radios, cell phones, cameras, copy machines, and telephones
• Knowledge of guidelines for recruitment, selection, and promotion is required
• Knowledge of the disciplinary and grievance procedures of the university is required
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with local law enforcement officials and the general public

Salary Range:

$85,000 - $95,000

About Us:

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community-students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends-are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.



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Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.










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