Community Security Advisor

Description

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW 

As the largest funder of Jewish causes in California, the Jewish Federation Bay Area connects donors, changemakers, and community partners to build a thriving, resilient future. The Federation serves as a trusted partner and advisor for those seeking to make an impact today while shaping a better tomorrow. We invest in education, social services, and security while mobilizing crisis relief worldwide. With over a century of leadership, we empower individuals and families to give strategically, building a thriving and resilient future for generations to come. Whether strengthening Jewish life in the Bay Area, safeguarding communities worldwide, or ensuring a safe and democratic Israel, we empower people to take meaningful action that echoes for generations.

The Federation is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual with a variety of skill sets who wants to join a team working to build a new model of 21st century and next generation Federation engagement.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Community Security Program is a regional initiative safeguarding the physical, psychological, and emotional security of Jewish schools, synagogues, and organizations. The program delivers security assessments, threat advisories, emergency preparedness training, law enforcement coordination, and security grant support. Partnering with JCRC, Jewish California, and the ADL, the program advances a unified strategy to build community resilience and counter antisemitism. 

ROLE SUMMARY 

The Community Security Advisor reports to the Senior Manager, Community Security, and serves as the primary security expert and point of contact for Jewish organizations across Northern California. This role strengthens community-wide safety and resilience by delivering emergency response training, conducting security assessments, and building strong partnerships with law enforcement. The Community Security Advisor is a critical link between centralized security expertise and the day-to-day preparedness of individual organizations.

This is a hybrid role, typically in-office Tuesday through Thursday, with travel throughout Northern California and as needed after-hours response to incidents during the evenings and weekends as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Training & Emergency Preparedness

• Conducts training workshops for Jewish organizations throughout the year, as needed, covering incident response, active threat response, first aid, "Stop the Bleed," and emergency protocols.

Security Assessments & Physical Security Consultation

• Conducts on-site security assessments at partner organizations across the Community Security Program's Northern California catchment area, applying industry best practices.
• Provides consultation and expertise on security systems, physical security improvements, and capital projects underway within the Jewish community.
• Identifies site-specific vulnerabilities and recommends solutions, including physical security upgrades, facility hardening measures, and potential vendors to carry out improvements.

Institutional Resilience & Emergency Planning

• Assists organizations in developing and reviewing emergency operations plans, security protocols, and communication procedures to build institutional resilience.
• Partners with professional staff, clergy, and lay leadership to systematically identify, prioritize, and implement security enhancements, while establishing and disseminating best practices for security and emergency protocols.

Law Enforcement & Government Partnerships

• Builds and sustains collaborative partnerships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, emergency services, and relevant government bodies.
• Leverages these relationships to enable rapid resolution of incidents and threats impacting the Jewish community, including harassment, assaults, threatening communications, and property crimes.

Strategic Program Contribution

• Contributes to shaping the strategic direction of the Community Security program by leveraging on-the-ground experience to identify and advance program opportunities.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES 

• Experience conducting trainings such as incident response, active threat response, first aid, “STOP the BLEED”, emergency protocols and procedures
• Track record performing security assessments and implementing solutions
• Experience with Incident Command System (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) concepts, terminology, and response structure
• Proven experience supporting a large scale client base and managing multiple complex projects
• Experience working closely with diverse stakeholders at all levels to build alignment, influence outcomes, and drive successful delivery
• A collaborative professional who effectively engages with diverse perspectives related to security
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for regular travel across Northern California.
• Ability to respond to after-hours/weekend incidents
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; Salesforce and Monday.com a plus

PREFERED

• Prior law enforcement or military experience that demonstrates leadership and experience training diverse groups 
• Familiarity with dynamics of Jewish communities and institutions is strongly preferred
• Professional certifications: P.O.S.T, CCTP, CCP, First Aid/CPR/AED, Stop the Bleed Instructor, or similar
• LEOSA H.R. 218

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 5+ years of experience in law enforcement, emergency services, military or counter-terrorism work

Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits — medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick pay, holidays (including Jewish), and retirement plan. 

EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES 

The Federation views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a company culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible talent pool to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. The Jewish Federation Bay Area is an equal opportunity employer.