Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Touro University
Job overview
The Assistant Director of Security and Security Captain at Touro University supervises all security personnel to ensure a safe and secure campus environment for employees, students, and guests.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing and evaluating security staff, overseeing training, conducting investigations, coordinating with emergency responders, managing security systems, enforcing policies, and preparing reports to maintain campus safety.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree, 6 years of security or law enforcement experience, 3 years of supervisory experience, POST certification preferred, strong leadership, communication, organizational, and computer skills, and certifications in CPR and OC spray within 6 months.
Work environment and culture
Touro University values intellectual pursuit and service to humanity, fostering a professional environment focused on healthcare and education in a non-profit setting.
Company information
Touro University Nevada is a non-profit graduate university specializing in medical, health sciences, and education, located near Las Vegas, committed to community impact.
Job location and travel
Located in Henderson, Nevada, about 25 minutes from the Las Vegas strip, with potential non-business hours work for operational effectiveness.
Application process
Applicants are invited to apply via the university's human resources website where benefits and contact information are available.
Unique job features
The position includes unique responsibilities such as managing campus security technology, coordinating emergency operations, and participating in university committees.
Company overview
Touro University is a private higher education institution that offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. It operates multiple campuses across the United States and internationally, focusing on fields such as health sciences, education, law, and business. The university generates revenue through tuition fees, grants, and partnerships. Established in 1970, Touro University has a rich history of providing accessible education to diverse student populations, emphasizing social justice, intellectual pursuit, and community service.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your leadership and supervisory experience in security or law enforcement, highlighting your ability to manage and mentor security personnel effectively.
Focus on showcasing your skills in emergency response, security systems management (such as access control and camera systems), and your experience coordinating with law enforcement and emergency responders.
Apply through multiple platforms including Touro University’s official human resources website and LinkedIn to maximize your exposure and increase the chance of your application being reviewed.
Connect with current security staff or the facilities and security division on LinkedIn; consider ice breakers like asking about recent campus safety initiatives or expressing interest in how the team manages emergency operations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'security supervision,' 'emergency response,' 'access control systems,' 'incident reporting,' and 'security training,' ensuring your resume passes automated screenings.
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