Director of Security - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

Director Of Security

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

The Director of Security is responsible for the development and implementation of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance security plan. This role is responsible for the strategic planning of the security plan through interdepartmental collaboration. This position reports to the Vice President & Deputy Directors, at the Safari Park and San Diego Zoo.

What you will do :

• Responsible for San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance organizational security plan to include San Diego locations (San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Rancho Bernardo Warehouse, etc.)
• Through the direct supervision of security managers, provide oversight of departmental operational programs to ensure effective delivery of services, meaningful collaboration, project management, and communications.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with local / state / federal law enforcement, government agencies and first responders to stay aware of security trends, threats, and resources.
• Through active partnership with Risk Management and cross-departmental collaboration, develop emergency action plans and SOPs to ensure the security and safety of team members, guests, and wildlife.

What we are looking for :

Some of the perks you will enjoy as a team member :

Important details :

About The Salary Ranges : Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job posting should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and / or incentives, or a candidate's experience and skills. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Fraudulent Recruiting : Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.

Diversity : San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

E-Verify Program : As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. We are not offering sponsorship for this position at this time. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.