Job Description

Overview

Assistant Director of Security

Samaritan Daytop Village provides life-changing services in mental health, addiction recovery, housing, and more to help individuals and families across New York rebuild their lives. We serve over 33,000 clients annually at more than 60 locations throughout the five boroughs of NYC, as well as Suffolk, Rockland, Sullivan, Westchester, and Ulster Counties.

The Assistant Director of Security primarily supports the Transitional Housing Division and partners with the Director of Security to oversee daily protection operations and administration, and keep all agency staff and clients, and agency property safe. This role develops security policies, evaluates operational risks, and puts strategies in place that protect agency assets, staff, tenants, and visitors. Using independent judgment, the Assistant Director aligns security initiatives with organizational goals and improves operational efficiency, with active, hands-on oversight and regular travel throughout the five boroughs, and other regions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Direct end-to-end security operations and administration across Samaritan Daytop Village sites while managing internal staff, external contractors and NYC DHS Peace Officers and partner with law enforcement as needed
• Evaluate and modernize security policies, emergency action plans, and regulatory compliance frameworks to meet evolving safety needs
• Conduct regular site visits, physical security surveys, and infrastructure assessments to ensure compliance and prevent loss or theft
• Manage full-lifecycle incident response, monitor incident logs, conduct internal investigations, and provide post-incident debriefings
• Drive emergency preparedness by developing emergency plans, leading safety drills, and ensuring full alignment with state and local regulations
• Maintain continuous communication with NYC DHS, site management, municipal agencies, and external vendors to address operational concerns
• Design and deliver targeted training initiatives to enhance staff expertise in security protocols and safety practices
• Oversee security budgets, inventory, and invoice processing to optimize resource allocation and operational efficiency
• Conduct annual security risk assessments, prepare executive reports, and represent the agency in public forums
• Serve as secondary liaison to DHS, OTDA, OASAS, law enforcement, fire services, and other external agencies regarding security and emergency preparedness, representing Samaritan Daytop Village in a professional and trauma‑informed manner.
• Track industry developments and threat trends to continuously refine organizational security strategies

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Political Science, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Public Safety, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible security management or law enforcement experience, preferably experience within transitional housing or other congregant settings
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local security regulations
• Proven leadership in emergency and crisis situations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
• Demonstrated skill in conducting investigations and technical report writing
• Hands-on experience with physical security technology, including CCTV, access control, and visitor management systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on cross-cultural fluency and customer service
• Ability to implement agency policies, solve complex operational issues, and manage competing priorities
• Recognized industry certifications (e.g., CPP, PCI, PSP), preferred

Additional Information

This is a full-time exempt role with an annual salary of $75,000-$90,000 with a full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 25 days of paid time off, access to a retirement account with an employee match, and tuition reimbursement. The salary offered within the listed range is dependent on skills, experience, and organizational pay equity.

This role requires regular travel around the 5 boroughs, and to our Hudson Valley and Suffolk County locations as needed. The regular schedule is Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, but this role requires the ability for on-call hours 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as a divided responsibility with the Director of Security.

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