Head of Safety & Security

Ohio Farmers Insurance Company • Seville, OH • 6h ago

Job Summary:
The Head of Safety & Security is responsible for overseeing enterprise-wide safety and security strategies. This high-impact role leads the Safety & Security Department and the OFIC Police Department, serving as the organization's expert in law enforcement, physical security, emergency response, and compliance. They will implement and administer programs that protect people, property, and reputation at the Westfield Center, OH headquarters campus and in leased offices across the U.S.-covering everything from access control and CCTV to emergency response and executive protection.
As a trusted advisor, they will collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to integrate security into business operations, manage critical relationships with law enforcement agencies, and guide compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other regulatory standards. Beyond operations, they'll drive talent development, succession planning, and team performance to ensure a culture of safety and excellence.
Job Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Governance
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.
Operational Management
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.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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.
Compliance & Risk Management
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.
Talent Leadership
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.
Financial & Resource Management
Develops and oversees multi-year business plans, capital projects, and operational budgets for the Safety & Security Department.
Job Qualifications:
8+ years of experience in Law Enforcement, Intelligence, Security or a related field.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred.
Location:
Hybrid defined as three (3) or more days per week in the office.
Licenses and Certifications:
Certified Safety and Health

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