Westfield Specialty Insurance · 22 hours ago
Head of Safety & Security
Westfield Center, OH, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
8+ years expWestfield Specialty Insurance is a global leader in property and casualty insurance, and they are seeking a Head of Safety & Security. This role is responsible for overseeing enterprise-wide safety and security strategies, leading the Safety & Security Department, and ensuring compliance with various regulatory standards.
Insurance
Responsibilities
Oversees all operations of the Safety & Security Department and OFIC Police Department, serving as the corporate SME in law enforcement, security, and safety
Leads the development and execution of enterprise-wide safety and security strategies that align to organizational priorities
Develops strategic plans for law enforcement, safety, and security functions in accordance with best practices and local, state, and federal guidelines
Advises senior leadership on executive protection, travel risk management, and global security concerns
Implements and manages safety and security programs, including physical security, emergency services, alarms, CCTV, access controls, crisis response, and executive protection
Ensures Police Security Officers comply with all required training and certification standards
Procures and manages technology, contractors, suppliers, and other resources related to security operations
Acts as a first responder for incidents involving health and safety, crisis intervention, emergency management, and property protection
Partners with Enterprise leadership, HR, Legal, Facilities, and Technology teams to embed security protocols into operational processes
Represents the organization with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, emergency management authorities, and regulatory entities
Coordinates and ensures implementation of safety, security, and compliance training across the organization
Guides the development of corporate compliance programs related to OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other regulatory requirements
Identifies hazardous conditions and operations across company premises, escalating and ensuring remediation
Conducts audits to assess risks and validate resolution of identified issues
Owns talent management and all employee-related matters that influence morale, culture, and operational excellence
Responsible for hiring, employee selection, succession planning, performance and compensation management, and ongoing development and career coaching
Manages priorities, workload distribution, and removes barriers to ensure team effectiveness
Develops and oversees multi-year business plans, capital projects, and operational budgets for the Safety & Security Department
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in Law Enforcement, Intelligence, Security or a related field
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Certified Threat Manager (CTM)
Physical Security Professional (PSP)
Workplace Safety Planning
Risk Assessment
Regulatory Compliance
Self Defense
Surveillance
Security Management
Emergency Communication Systems
Incident Reporting
Investigative Techniques
Security Technology
Stakeholder Management
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Company
Westfield Specialty Insurance
Westfield Specialty is a prominent specialty insurance carrier, leveraging the financial strength of Westfield, a leading U.S.-based property and casualty insurance company and the well-established Lloyd’s of London Syndicate 1200.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brad Kass
Chief Operations Officer
Manoj Jain
Chief Information Officer
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