Salary Range: $2,735,387 – $3,678,791 per annum
JOB PURPOSE
Under the general direction of the Director, Security & Transport, the Security Coordinator is responsible for ensuring a secure environment for the Ministry’s staff, visitors and physical assets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
- Develops individual work plan;
- Ensures compliance with an effective (electronic) access control and identification system for Ministry personnel as well as visitors to the office;
- Advises the Ministry’s staff of changes to existing security arrangements and implementation of new systems;
- Identifies and discusses security breaches with Manager, Security for the necessary improvements to be addressed;
- Collects security data to determine security needs;
- Assists in the investigation and review reports by security officers (private officers) of thefts, break – ins and fires and compile reports for submission to the Director, Security & Transport;
- Monitors facilities directly managed by the Ministry of Health & Wellness through random checks on weekends and during silent hours to ensure vigilance and alertness of security officers.
- Participates in conducting sessions on security awareness, fire prevention and fire drills with Ministry personnel to minimize loss/damage in the event of fire or any security/emergency related incidents.
- Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Director, Security and Transport.
TECHNICAL/PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Knowledge of Government’s Policies and Procedures;
- Knowledge of Ministry’s Policies and Procedures;
- Knowledge of security systems;
- Knowledge of the Private Security Industry and the Private Security Regulation Authority;
- Understanding of security issues.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Security Management, Business Management or Equivalent,
- A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a similar position implementing effective security systems and procedures;
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience
Applications with résumés are to be submitted no later than Tuesday, February 7, 2023, to:
Senior Director
Human Resource Management & Development
Ministry of Health & Wellness
10A Chelsea Avenue
Kingston 10
jobs@moh.gov.jm
The Ministry of Health & Wellness thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.