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Security Coordinator – (GMG/SEG 1) (Vacant)

Salary Range: $1,640,253 – $1,949,746 per annum

Travelling Allowance (Full Upkeep): $894,924 per annum (with a motor vehicle)

$362,472 per annum (without motor vehicle)

 

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, October 25, 2022, 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 short-listed candidates will be contacted.