VP, Security Operations - Golden 1 Center

Description

• Oversee the Team Security Directors, and ensure compliance with all NBA Team Security Standards
• Execute DHS Safety Act initiatives
• Oversee the purchasing and ordering of security-related goods
• Provide management for all aspects of the event and building security, emergency preparedness, and risk management using independent judgment, experience, and personal initiative
• Develop and administer the Security department's annual budget; forecast staffing, training, equipment, materials, and supply budget requirements; monitor expenditures; implement adjustments as necessary
• Provide effective direction to staff in emergency response situations; develop and maintain Emergency Operating Plans coordinating regular updates and exercises
• Plan, develop, and implement programs to ensure the safety and security of all Golden 1 Center guests, employees, performers, public officials, executive management, and clients
• Oversee internal and external security investigations
• Serve as primary security liaison for various external security teams (visiting teams, NBA, Promoters, Artists) regarding general and event day security matters
• Design, direct, and implement all aspects of the safety & security programs for Basketball Operations
• Conduct routine industry operational reviews; recommend modifications to Golden 1 Center security and safety programs, policies, and procedures as deemed appropriate
• Manage state-of-the-art CCTV, access control, radio communications, and emergency responder systems
• Assess, develop, and execute security strategies and plans as required to secure building perimeters, access points, staff work areas, Command Center, and Loading Dock
• Interpret and apply city, state, and federal policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
• Continuously pursue, develop, and implement security best practices standards
• Oversee the security operations for the former Sleep Train Arena and all other Kings’ properties – adapt and revise standard security operating procedures, as needed
• Manage and maintain the Golden 1 Center and Sacramento Kings employee identification and access control systems
• Lead security and medical staffing operations during events; coordinate the scheduling of external event staffing personnel including, but not limited to, off-duty law enforcement
• Lead regular event security and venue safety briefings with internal and external partners
• Working with the Downtown Commons Security Director, coordinate the security operations of the mixed-use development surrounding the Golden 1 Center
• Execute NBA Arena Security Procedures & Guidelines
• Participate in any collective bargaining agreement negotiations and play an instrumental role in Golden 1 Center labor management for both union and non-union workforce

Requirements

• Experience collaborating with human resources, communications, legal, and finance departments
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and long days
• Ability to lead, give clear, concise direction, and provide effective feedback
• Excellent communication, customer service, and leadership skills
• Deep understanding of risk management, crisis response, and emergency preparedness
• Deep understanding of operational characteristics, services, and activities of live entertainment security and safety programs; crowd management and control techniques; principles of budget preparation and control; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• Computer experience with Windows, Excel, Word, and other standard applications
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to interact effectively and in a professional, diplomatic, and mature manner with clients and peers at all levels within an organization and throughout the community
• Highly organized and able to meet tight deadlines and work effectively in a high-pressure environment with financial constraints
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the field of safety and security, preferably in a multipurpose arena with a focus on large-scale events or similar environment with 5 years of progressive supervisory management experience in safety and security with direct responsibility supervising and directing staff across a wide range of operating functions
• Experience in investigation skills, security technology, payroll, and scheduling
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Success in building high-performance teams
• Experience working in multicultural environments
• Proven track record in building and/or managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders for a high-profile organization

Benefits

• Self-Directed Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• Sacramento Kings home game tickets, team store discounts, and more!
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
• Employer 401(k) match

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance