Job Description

THE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING A MANAGER OF SECURITY OPERATIONS

(This is an at-will position)

Salary Range: $140,000 - $185,000

ABOUT US

The Port of Long Beach, one of the world's busiest seaports, is an international gateway for the reliable, efficient, and sustainable movement of goods and is a leader in environmental stewardship. Credited with moving approximately $200 billion in trade, the Port serves as a critical hub for international commerce and is a major transportation center. East Asian trade accounts for the bulk of Long Beach shipments. Port-related international trade has a wide-ranging economic impact, supporting millions of jobs that benefit the region and the entire country.

THE TEAM

  The Port of Long Beach Security Team is dedicated to maintaining a secure, safe, and resilient port environment that upholds all regulatory requirements and fosters smooth operations for its diverse stakeholders. This comprehensive approach ensures that both public and private entities, operating within and beyond the port boundaries, can conduct their activities with minimal disruptions, a heightened sense of safety, and without unreasonable restrictions. The team is tasked with implementing and enforcing rigorous security protocols to safeguard the port's infrastructure, assets, and operations against potential threats. This involves coordinating with various local, state, and federal agencies to adhere to industry standards and regulatory mandates.

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Security, the Manager of Security Operations plays a critical role in overseeing the day-to-day activities of one or more operational components within the division. This position is primarily responsible for directing the activities of the Harbor Patrol and Command Center. This involves carefully supervising daily operational activities, allocating effective resources, and ensuring that all functions are carried out seamlessly. The Manager also plays a key role in establishing performance requirements for team members, conducting evaluations, preparing annual performance reviews, and addressing performance deficiencies through appropriate disciplinary actions if necessary. This comprehensive oversight ensures that security operations are conducted efficiently and effectively, upholding the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

CANDIDATE CONNECT (INFORMATION SESSION)

To learn more about this exciting career opportunity and the Port of Long Beach, please join our virtual inf ormation session on Tuesday , August 20, 2024, @ 5:00 pm PDT via MS Teams. This is a unique opportunity to hear first-hand about the position, speak directly with hiring leaders, ask questions, and learn why the Port of Long Beach is your employer of choice! Candidates are not required to be on camera. To join audio only, call +1 323-451-1087, Phone Conference ID: 769 065 712#   Click here to join the meeting .

HOW YOU GET TO CONTRIBUTE:

 

• Oversee the supervision of daily operational activities and resource allocation for assigned Harbor Patrol and Command Center functions.
• Establish goals and priorities for the security operations team.
• Develop, implement, and enforce internal operational policies, processes, safe work practices, and standard operating procedures.
• Oversee the planning and management of the security operations team.
• Establish performance requirements, evaluate employee performance, prepare annual performance reviews, and take disciplinary action if necessary to address performance deficiencies.
• Assist management in recruiting, hiring, and training new personnel.
• Develop and manage operational schedules and overtime. 
• Monitor budgeted expenditures for personnel (including overtime), training, and equipment.
• Coordinate the training program to ensure statutory and regulatory requirements are met and re-certifications are maintained.
• Review reports and other written work products of subordinates for adherence to standards of completeness and correctness.
• Oversee the maintenance and inventory of equipment.
• Assist with additional administrative functions including reviewing time records and coordinating the progressive discipline process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field. Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the position’s duties may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience overseeing operations, ideally in a homeland or maritime setting with a minimum of two years of supervisory experience overseeing teams, including recruiting, hiring, training, and performance management.
• Experience supervising security operations with responsibility for vehicle patrols, physical security of property, building security, and customer service.
• Experience with the application of security technology to day-to-day security operations including CCTV systems, alarm systems, access control systems, and other monitoring and detection systems.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Knowledge of public safety protocols, technologies, and operational procedures.
• Knowledge of operating functions and response requirements in a large, complex port security system.
• Knowledge of computer applications related to the POLB Command & Control Center, including modern state-of-the-art security monitoring/control and data acquisition systems is required.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws and Port policies, regulations, rules, and procedures regarding Command & Control Center operations and Port-wide security is required.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures used in the monitoring and operation of the POLB security system and Command & Control Center is required.

DESIRABLE:

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field is preferred. 
• Knowledge of 9-code and 10-code radio communication is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in the areas of homeland security, maritime operations, policy development, human resources management, and/or legal issues is highly desirable.
• Training and experience in port security and homeland security strategies and operations is highly desirable.

You will need strong negotiation skills, political savvy, excellent client/customer relation skills, and exceptional public speaking/presentation skills to thrive. You must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various employees, vendor representatives, officials, and Port management.

If you require accommodation because of a disability to participate in any phase of the application/selection process, please contact (562) 283-7500 or email  Careers@polb.com .  

The Port of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the Port of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting or

The final filing date for this recruitment is Wednesday, August 28, 2024 @ 4:30 pm PDT.

 

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume with your application in PDF format. Incomplete applications (without a cover letter and resume) will not be considered.

Individuals who are most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a work-related assessment to further evaluate candidate qualifications. First and second-round panel interviews are scheduled for Thursday , September 11, 2024 (virtual) and Wednesday, September 18, 2024 (in-person) . Candidates should ensure availability on both dates. The successful candidate will be appointed shortly thereafter. References will be completed for finalist candidates; an employment offer is contingent on conducting a comprehensive background check.

The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice to accept additional applications. Those individuals determined to be most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.

THE BENEFITS:

The Port of Long Beach has established an annual salary range of $140,000 - $185,000 (placement depends on qualifications). An attractive package of executive-level benefits is also included, with the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse and dynamic areas of the United States. The Port offers an attractive package of executive-level benefits is included with the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse and dynamic areas of the United States:

• Auto Allowance – $550.00 per month
• Executive Leave – 40 hours per year
• Retirement –  CalPERS 2% @ 62, coordinated with social security. Current member contribution is 8.00% for CalPERS, and 6.2% for social security, paid by the employee.
• Pay for Performance – Pay for Performance is awarded based on employee performance as demonstrated through achievement of individual goals, demonstration of required competencies, and available budget funds. 
• Deferred Compensation – The City matches a percentage of base salary for qualified members contributing to the 457(b) plan.  
• Group Health Insurance – Medical and dental options (HMO and PPO). Free vision coverage.
• Life Insurance – City-paid life insurance policy of $20,000 plus executive insurance benefit equal to three times annual salary up to a maximum of $500,000.
• Disability Insurance – City-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Vacation – Vacation is accrued at the equivalent of two weeks on an annual basis. Vacation can be used after six months of service. An employee’s vacation accrual may be adjusted upon hire to provide credit for previous full-time employment at a public service agency. Credit for public service shall only be given for completed years of service as a full-time permanent employee. Public Service credit shall not apply to any other benefits.
• Sick Leave – Accrued at 8 hours per month. Accruals may be converted upon retirement to cash credit toward health and /or dental insurance premiums or retirement service credits. 
• Paid Parental Leave – After six (6) months of City employment, the City pays up to 30 consecutive days (160 hours) for eligible employees to take paid time to bond with the child upon birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of 17. 
• Holidays – 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year and four (4) personal holidays.
• Education Reimbursement – Tuition reimbursement allows employees to obtain additional education or training.  
• Annual Physical – Eligible to receive an annual physical examination at the city's expense through the city-provided program. 
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness – As the Harbor Department of the City of Long Beach, a governmental agency, the Port of Long Beach is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• 529 college savings plan – The ScholarShare529 plan is an account that allows employees to invest specifically for future education expenses through the Long Beach City Employees Federal Credit Union. Funds can be used from your 529 savings plan to send your grandkids, kids, or even yourself to any accredited public or private U.S. college or university – or two-year technical or vocational institution. 

 

The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

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