Director of Security |BOK Center & Cox Business Convention Center

Reporting to the Assistant General Manager (AGM), the Director of Security is a member of the senior leadership team and provides oversight of full-time security staff and manages the third-party security contract. This position is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and updating security policies, programs, procedures, and systems designed to protect the physical assets of BOK Center and Cox Business Convention Center. The Director of Security ensures  a safe and secure environment for all guests, tenants, employees, vendors, and contractors.

This role will pay a salary of $80,000 to $100,000.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

• Develop and oversee strategic safety plans with the objective of managing and mitigating risk during sporting events, concerts, and other entertainment events.
• Includes oversight of the safety and security of the Cox Business Convention Center
• Manage a third-party contract for 24/7 building security.
• Oversee a safety platform focusing on the safety of employees, vendors, artists, clients, patrons, etc.
• Ensure strong collaboration with the Security team and key internal and external stakeholders (e.g., IT, Senior Leadership, Human Resources, Risk Management and related law enforcement and government agencies).
• Implement security programs to ensure appropriate levels of security, safety, privacy, and recovery of company assets, loss prevention, commercial tenants, and patrons.
• Oversee service agreements as needed for the Security Department
• Oversee budget for the Security department
• Keep up to date on latest security and privacy legislation, regulations, advisories, alerts, and vulnerabilities.
• Establish and build a collaborative relationship with the Tulsa Police Department, Tulsa Fire Department, State and Federal Agencies, first responders and emergency personnel.
• Deliver reports detailing overall program compliance and program effectiveness to GM and AGM.
• Provide training and leadership for Security team in disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Oversee ongoing risk assessment program targeting information security and privacy matters, recommend methods for vulnerability detection and remediation, and vulnerability testing.
• Work with outside consultants and vendors as appropriate for independent security audits.
• Hire and train security personnel
• Other duties as assigned.
• Frequent bending, lifting 50+ pounds, sitting, exposure to multiple external elements, extensive walking through the building.

• 7+ years’ experience in a Safety or Security-related field in an arena, stadium, or similar 15,000+ capacity venue, including Convention Center experience
• 5+ years directly managing staff
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred.  
• Experience implementing Emergency Evacuation Plans, Policies and Procedures.  
• Proven ability to think strategically with a willingness to roll up sleeves and execute on projects.  
• Must be adaptable with the ability to work under pressure.  
• Strong verbal andcmunication skills, with an expert ability to present and communicate new ideas and concepts.  
• Skilled in leading, motivating and developing employees.  
• Must have a high degree of personal integrity and be willing to consistently put the interests of the organization first. 
• Strong ability to support creative ideation to enhance brand equity while supporting company culture, values, and objectives.  
• Must be a strong communicator and cross-organizational collaborator. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), CCTV and access control systems. 
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule inclusive of weekends, nights and holidays required.

Oak View Group