About the Position:

The Sacramento Kings are looking for a dynamic seasoned professional to direct all aspects of Security for the Basketball Team, the Golden 1 Center, and the surrounding Downtown Commons mixed-use development. You will lead a large team tasked with managing team, facility, and event-related security. The position requires collaborating with an extensive group of internal and external stakeholders including our guests, clients, facility operations, team operations, artists and show management, business executives, law enforcement agencies, the NBA, as well as our retail and office tenants.

As Vice President of Security Operations, you will work closely with the Arena General Manager, the Team General Manager, and the Downtown Commons General Manager to plan, implement, and update the standard operating procedures, emergency action plans, and other emergency operations plans with a strong focus on safety and security through the timely and accurate provision of a variety of services. Critical to your success is establishing and maintaining relationships with city, state, and federal government security organizations (e.g. SPD, SFD, DHS, JTTF, USSS, and FBI) to ensure effective communication, coordination, and compliance with safety and security issues.

This full-time role is based in Sacramento, CA.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and implement programs to ensure the safety and security of all Golden 1 Center guests, employees, performers, public officials, executive management, and clients
Provide management for all aspects of the event and building security, emergency preparedness, and risk management using independent judgment, experience, and personal initiative
Provide effective direction to staff in emergency response situations; develop and maintain Emergency Operating Plans coordinating regular updates and exercises
Assess, develop, and execute security strategies and plans as required to secure building perimeters, access points, staff work areas, Command Center, and Loading Dock
Manage state-of-the-art CCTV, access control, radio communications, and emergency responder systems
Lead security and medical staffing operations during events; coordinate the scheduling of external event staffing personnel including, but not limited to, off-duty law enforcement
Oversee internal and external security investigations
Serve as primary security liaison for various external security teams (visiting teams, NBA, Promoters, Artists) regarding general and event day security matters
Execute NBA Arena Security Procedures & Guidelines
Develop and administer the Security department's annual budget; forecast staffing, training, equipment, materials, and supply budget requirements; monitor expenditures; implement adjustments as necessary
Participate in any collective bargaining agreement negotiations and play an instrumental role in Golden 1 Center labor management for both union and non-union workforce
Manage and maintain the Golden 1 Center and Sacramento Kings’ employee identification and access control systems
Lead regular event security and venue safety briefings with internal and external partners
Conduct routine industry operational reviews; recommend modifications to Golden 1 Center security and safety programs, policies, and procedures as deemed appropriate
Design, direct, and implement all aspects of the safety & security programs for the Sacramento Kings basketball team
Oversee the Team Security Director & Assistant, and ensure compliance with all NBA Team Security Standards
Continuously pursue, develop, and implement security best practices standards
Working with the Downtown Commons Security Director, coordinate the security operations of the mixed-use development surrounding the Golden 1 Center
Oversee the security operations for the former Sleep Train Arena and all other Kings’ properties – adapt and revise standard security operating procedures, as needed
Interpret and apply city, state, and federal policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
Execute DHS Safety Act initiatives
Oversee the purchasing and ordering of security-related goods
On-call 24/7, as needed, and based on complex events and activities
Other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 10 years of experience in the field of safety and security, preferably in a multipurpose arena with a focus on large-scale events or similar environment with 5 years of progressive supervisory management experience in safety and security with direct responsibility supervising and directing staff across a wide range of operating functions
Deep understanding of operational characteristics, services, and activities of live entertainment security and safety programs; crowd management and control techniques; principles of budget preparation and control; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
General understanding of other areas of live entertainment venue management, including retail operations, building operations, production, building engineering, guest services, parking and food & beverage operations
Deep understanding of risk management, crisis response, and emergency preparedness
Proven track record in building and/or managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders for a high-profile organization
Experience in investigation skills, security technology, payroll, and scheduling
Experience collaborating with human resources, communications, legal, and finance departments
Computer experience with Windows, Excel, Word, and other standard applications
Excellent people skills, with an ability to interact effectively and in a professional, diplomatic, and mature manner with clients and peers at all levels within an organization and throughout the community
Experience working in multicultural environments
Highly organized and able to meet tight deadlines and work effectively in a high-pressure environment with financial constraints
Excellent communication, customer service, and leadership skills
Ability to lead, give clear, concise direction, and provide effective feedback
Success in building high-performance teams
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and long days

Compensation:

The exempt role offers a salary range of $150,000 - $175,000 + 15% annual discretionary bonus. Final offers for this role will be made within the parameters of the salary range provided. Years of experience, skills, and other factors are considered when determining the salary offered. Total compensation & offer package will include the following:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
Self-Directed Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
Employer 401(k) match
Cell Phone Stipend
Sacramento Kings home game tickets, team store discounts, and more!

VP, Security Operations