Manager, Security Workforce

ABOUT THE LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART

As the first museum to focus exclusively on storytelling through images, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art believes that visual storytelling can connect us and help shape a more just society. With a growing collection that encompasses artworks from across cultures, places, times, and mediums, including paintings, sculptures, murals, photography, comic art, book and magazine illustrations, and the arts of filmmaking, the Lucas Museum will explore narrative art’s potential to prompt questions, invite opinions, inspire community, and move people to think about the impact of images on our world.

Co-founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson and led by director and CEO Sandra Jackson-Dumont, the Lucas Museum was designed by renowned architect Ma Yansong of MAD Architects with Stantec as executive architect and is under construction in Los Angeles’s Exposition Park. An 11-acre campus with extensive new green space designed by Studio-MLA will embrace the museum’s 300,000-square-foot building, which will feature expansive galleries, two state-of-the-art theaters, and dedicated spaces for learning and engagement, dining, retail, and events.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager, Security Workforce is responsible for recruitment, training, and leadership of the Lucas Museum security workforce. The manager will work with the Director of Security and other security managers to assess safety and security risks to the museum and recommend mitigation strategies. The manager will develop protocols that ensure consistent, quick, and effective responses by the security workforce. The manager will develop training that reinforces these protocols and develops the skills necessary for the security workforce to respond to incidents. The manager will work with the Director of Security to ensure that external partnerships with law enforcement and other government and private entities are strong, and that their respective responsibilities are clear.

The manager will recruit and train a dedicated threat assessment team, which will investigate any immediate threats to the museum and its occupants. This team will also conduct internal investigations, as needed. The manager will develop training for both the security staff and the wider LMNA workforce on specific threat awareness, including active shooter response and conflict resolution. The manager will also oversee security planning and coordination for special events and VIP visits.

• Conduct in-depth risk and vulnerability assessments and remediation strategies
• Implement the security workforce staffing plan to address potential risks to the museum’s occupants and property
• Recruit a workforce to provide security in accordance with the wider mission of the museum, is agile in responding to the various threats the museum confronts, and attuned to community they serve
• Identify training needs for the security workforce and develop programs internally, through contracted specialists, or both
• Develop a threat management team to identify, investigate and mitigate emerging threats of violence in and near the museum
• Partner with the Social Impact Department, Human Resources and other departments of the museum to ensure that the security workforce is representative of the communities surrounding the Lucas Museum
• Partner with Visitor Services and other museum departments to develop effective visitor engagement strategies for the museum
• Partner with other museum departments and external organizations in planning events that are hosted within the museum
• Partner with Security Managers, General Counsel, Human Resources, and Finance regarding safety and security protocols; threat management; and internal investigations
• Partner with Security Managers, Human Resources, and General Counsel regarding the background investigation process
• Develop and implement cost-effective crime-prevention solutions to deter threats and reduce perimeter vulnerabilities through deployment and engagement of the security workforce
• Provide direction and guidance to security operations personnel to detect emerging incidents quickly, and determine appropriate responses
• Coordinate with law enforcement agencies, the Los Angeles Fire Department, and other government agencies to clarify roles, responsibilities, and incident response plans
• Identify, along with the Technology Department and the Security Manager – Technology, communications and monitoring technologies that will assist the security workforce
• Develop, test and improve emergency response plans, along with the Security Manager – Life Safety, Emergency Response and Resilience. These plans will include disaster response, hazard mitigation, and evacuation plans
• Coordinate investigative activities with security managers, curatorial and conservation departments, and other museum departments
• Attend law enforcement and public safety technical security best practices forums for reducing vulnerabilities from threats including cyber-crimes, vandalism, theft, facility breach, Insider-Threat, and targeted violence
• Prepare quantitative and qualitative physical security reports for Security Department management and museum executive leadership

• Deciding & Initiating Action: Makes prompt, clear decisions which may involve tough choices or considered risks; takes responsibility for actions, projects and people; takes initiative, acts with confidence and works under own direction; initiates and generates activity for the division
• Formulating Strategies & Concepts: Works strategically to realize organizational goals; sets and develops strategies; identifies and develops positive and compelling visions of the organization’s future potential; takes account of a wide range of issues across, and related to, the organization
• Working with People: Demonstrates an interest in and understanding of others; adapts to the team and builds team spirit; recognizes and rewards the contribution of others; listens, consults others and communicates proactively; supports and cares for others; develops and openly communicates self-insight
• Analyzing: Analyzes numerical and verbal data and all other sources of information; breaks information into component parts, patterns and relationships; probes for further information or greater understanding of a problem; makes rational judgements from the available information and analysis; produces workable solutions to a range of problems; demonstrates an understanding of how one issue may be a part of a much larger system
• Applying Expertise & Technology: Applies technical expertise; shares expertise and knowledge with others; uses technology to achieve work objectives; demonstrates an understanding of different organizational departments and functions

• Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college
• Minimum ten years of experience in investigations, large facility protection, vulnerability assessments, emergency response, and event security
• Minimum five years of experience leading and developing a security workforce
• Any combination of the following training, certifications or experience: Department of Homeland Security critical infrastructure protection; training from a federal, state, county or municipal government law enforcement academy; emergency response; disaster response; emergency medicine; conflict resolution; Equal Employment Opportunity counselor
• Skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communications skills with attention to detail
• Strong analytical skill including the ability to research, analyze and present factual investigative findings
• Knowledge
• Microsoft Suite and related technology programs
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to personnel, facilities, assets, and intellectual property

• Abilities

• Work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment, with minimal supervision
• Lead a large and diverse team
• Evaluate sites, facilities and events for potential security deficiencies

$114,000 - $141,000 a year

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND OUR COMMITMENT TO DEAIB

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents and supports a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. The Lucas Museum fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the best qualified people from a diverse candidate pool. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job.

MISSION AND VISION

We are a museum dedicated to the art of storytelling. Through visual storytelling the Lucas Museum expands the role of art and museums for society. The Museum inspires thought provoking ideas and conversations that are relevant within and beyond geographic boundaries. Our work radiates to catalyze more connected and empathetic spaces. The art of storytelling connects us to shape a more just society.

VALUES

Our internal and external practice is shaped by the following beliefs and behaviors.

PEOPLE FIRST

We meet people wherever they are (physically, intellectually, emotionally). Our inclusive practice connects who people are and what people find meaningful, to works of art and the work of our organization.

INSPIRED

We believe that art can move you to feel, think, reflect, and act.

COLLABORATIVE

We believe that nimble thinking and working together yields exponential results.

BRAVE

We approach our work and learning with courage, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of adventure.

4 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

ART

Amplify the social impact of Narrative Art through an approach that bridges the academic and the popular.

COMMUNITY

Connect to a broad and diverse public by creating an institution rooted in impactful, respectful, sustainable relationships.

INCLUSION

Practice diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and belonging in all operational and programmatic aspects of our work.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Create a healthy and durable institution equipped to fulfill its vision and public mandate.

All staff at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art lead through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within the Museum and with the communities that we serve.

Salary and titles will be assigned commensurate to the successful candidates’ education and experience. An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate(s).

Pursuant to the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the museum requires all new hires to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment absent an approved medical and/or religious exemption. Upon hire, all new hires will receive detailed instructions on complying with this policy. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.