Manager – Library Safety & Security Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

Manager

• Library Safety & Security Hillsborough County, Florida
• 3.6 Tampa, FL Job Details Full-time $82,804
• $107,640 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Management 5 years Writing skills High school diploma or GED Analysis skills Driver’s License Supervising experience Bachelor’s degree Senior level Leadership Communication skills Full Job Description Job Overview The Library Supports Services Manager works with other managers and the executive team to develop and implement support plans to fulfill the department’s mission and strategic plan for libraries throughout Tampa and Hillsborough County, Florida.

Ideal Candidate Library Services is seeking a Manager for Library Safety & Security.

The ideal candidate has:

proven experience in security management or a related field, ideally within a library or public service environment; strong knowledge of security technologies and practices; excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; and extensive experience in safety and security leadership. Starting Salary $82, 804

• $107,640 Benefits Click HERE to view our Benefits at a glance Minimum Qualifications Required A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; AND Five years of experience in a related field or d irectly related to the position duties; two of which must have been in a supervisory capacity ; OR An equivalent combination of education (not less than a high school diploma/GED), training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Core Competencies Customer Commitment

• Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service. Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity
• Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve. Organizational Excellence
• Takes ownership for excellence through one’s personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations. Success through Teamwork
• Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Duties and Responsibilities Note:

The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below. Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive safety and security policies to safeguard library assets and ensure the safety of staff and patrons. Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits; analyze statistical data to inform emergency response planning and safety initiatives. Develop, maintain, and execute emergency preparedness and response plans in alignment with library policy and public safety standards. Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations, including building codes and ADA accessibility requirements. Serve as the primary contact for all safety-related incidents, risk assessments, and security concerns across library facilities. Coordinate incident responses, ensuring proper documentation, investigation, and resolution. Communicate and collaborate with County Facilities teams, local law enforcement, first responders, and community partners to support safety and security objectives. Support strategic planning for safety and security operations, particularly during the design or renovation of library branches. Review, update, and enforce library use guidelines, including patron behavior policies and safety protocols. Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise safety and support services personnel, including security staff, custodians, and facility monitors. Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and identify professional development opportunities for support services staff. Ensure all staff are trained in emergency response, conflict resolution, and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and welcoming environment. Other related duties as assigned.

Job Specifications Critical Thinking:

Engages in objective analysis to evaluate project priorities, developing policies based on best practices, organizing and planning staffing models and schedules. Frequently, the application of multiple activities is employed, and therefore, inductive thinking is also required especially when problem solving and identifying diverse issues.

Decision Making:

The position has a wide latitude to make timely and functional decisions based on the department’s goals and objectives as outlined in the strategic plan and to ensure the quality of projects and integrity of decisions. Independent judgement is required to accomplish the following: study previously established and partially relevant guidelines, plan for various interrelated activities, and coordinate such activities within a work unit, section, or department while completing a project.

Strategic Planning:

Work as part of the management team to provide leadership in the area of both short and long-term planning for support services and collaborate with stakeholders.

Leadership:

Identify priorities and develop a vision for library support services. Provides direction, evaluation and recommendations to senior management on issues and projects.

Managerial/Operational Skills:

Uses subject area expertise to plan, organize, coordinate, and ensure the successful execution of support services. Requires identification and analysis of diverse problems and reviewing manuals and administrative procedures and modifying them for unusual situations.

Analytical Ability:

Skill at performing analysis and the ability to apply logical thinking in order to solve complex problems, resolve conflicts, and manage large projects. Apply the principles and practices of quality public library service.

Managing Complexity:

Knowledge of the role of the public library, the services it provides to diverse communities in an environment of rapid change. Reviews and acts on support services projects. Coordinates with other external and internal units/sections to ensure efficient flow of communication. Knowledge of the principles and practices of library management and ability to apply to department support services. Knowledge of library functions, services, activities, requirements and objectives of the department’s support projects. Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations pertaining to projects. Skill in applying existing library policies and procedures to project management and in creating new approaches to develop and modify work plans, methods, and procedures as they relate to support services. Skill in the application of supervisory techniques; administers the performance appraisal by rating and reviewing performance of subordinate professional staff and coaching, training, counseling, and evaluation performance. Ability to establish and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with staff, peers, management, other County departments, vendors, contractors, and local stakeholder groups to accomplish the library’s mission. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in order to present information, prepare a variety of reports and adjust as required by the audience. Ability to identify relationships that explain facts, data or other information, and make correct inferences or draw accurate conclusions as it relates to fulfilling the department’s vision and initiatives. Ability to take a long-term view and recognize opportunities to help Library Services accomplish its objectives. Ability to remain calm and provide guidance to subordinate staff as situations arise. Physical Requirements Primarily indoor office environment. Travel to branches, work sites. Frequently sitting at a desk or table. Occasionally standing or walking. Intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Work Category Light Work

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force to move objects.

If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work. Emergency Management Responsibilities In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, the County’s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.