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Director, WNBA Security
Sports Industry Company
New York, NY, United States
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Position Description:
The Security Director will be responsible for helping to maintain the safety of WNBA employees, players, facilities and events both domestically and on a global basis as needed. This position will also support the Company's business continuity efforts. This position will report to the Vice President, Deputy Chief Security Officer.
Major Responsibilities:
Responsible for the security operations, oversight and management of the WNBA teams, security representatives and venues. Primary focus is to provide proactive/preventative security measures and contingency planning. Assuring security is properly integrated into the overall planning process for all games and/or special events. Maintaining a best practices standard.
Responsible for the proper management of the WNBA security budget.
Oversee implementation of WNBA Arena Security Standards by teams and arenas.
Oversee implementation of security operations for the USAB women's national team.
Create and conduct WNBA player orientation and team level awareness training.
Conduct investigations involving game incidents, Company/WNBA/NBADL players, staff and others as necessary and directed.
Participate in the security planning and on-site management of security at selected special events including the Company, Company Development League, All-Star Games, Global Games, basketball camps, Company Draft, Play-offs, and other special events.
Serve as a liaison with all relevant domestic and international law enforcement and national security agencies.
Required Experience & Knowledge:
Required Skills/Knowledge:
Exceptional oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on being able to prepare clear, comprehensive and meaningful reports and presentationsfor Company Senior Management relating to international security matters.
Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with various computer applications.
Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cohesively as part of a team effort.
Strong background and experience in the area of emergency planning/business continuity.
Ability to effectively provide close supervision, guidance and structure to staff were needed.
Ability to successfullynavigate between business/basketball and security environments and needs
Experience Needed:
Minimum of 10 years of law enforcement and/ or high level security related experience. This may have been acquired through relevant law enforcement or equivalent international/ corporate security experience.
Prior experience with security and special event planning, threat assessment/risk analysis, and thorough grasp of crowd control/ management strategies.
Supervisory/management experience in previous positions is desirable.
Demonstrated success in conducting complex law enforcement investigations and operations.
Educational Background Required:
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Advanced degree is desirable.
Formal education/training in security related matters is a plus (i.e. ASIS, CPP).
Some domestic and international travel is required for this position.