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Manager, Security Training

AT Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery

Manager, Security Training

Burbank, CA

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

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Our studios are considered one of the foremost motion picture and television production and post-production facilities in the world. They inform, engage, and transport audiences to new worlds. The key to that lies with our Studio Operations group, which includes areas like soundstage/backlot set rentals, events, design, culinary, construction, landscaping and much more. Whether it's hosting an unforgettable studio tour, creating an optimal workspace, or equipping talent to tell the best stories, these teams lay the foundation for the memorable experiences we provide.

Your Role

The Manager, Security Training will collaborate with security regional vice-presidents, directors, and managers to develop, facilitate, and implement security training in accordance with local and department guidelines. They will partner with leadership to facilitate WBD domestic CPR and AED programs

Your Role Accountabilities

  • Collaborates with regional leadership & counter-part to develop, facilitate, implement, and oversee security officer training program, lesson plans, presentations, and training manuals
  • Conducts research & provides recommendations on emerging training practices, topics, and techniques for WBDGS officers
  • Standardizes, coordinates and evaluates individual and group field training exercise
  • Collaborates with WBDGS regional teams to initiate content changes to training program and develop innovative methods of instruction to address gaps in information
  • Work with regional leadership to develop and implement a train-the-trainer program
  • Coordinates & facilitates new hire security officer training, in-service training, local, state & department required training
  • Instructs and certify security employees (where applicable) for CPR, firearms, and other departmental initiatives
  • Partner with regional leadership and business unit to develop, coordinate & facilitate WBD employee CPR, AED, and high risk deployment trauma training programs (where applicate)
  • Flexibility to travel & train security and WBD employees in other locations
  • Monitors progress of students, documents results, and/or recommends corrective action to include additional training
  • Partners with local teams
  • Atlanta only - oversee company firearms program (maintain company firearms and ammunition)
  • Maintains accurate training records for WBDGS & WBD employee training programs
  • Performs other security related duties as assigned
  • Process & track training expenditures
  • Collaborates with regional leadership to identify, interview, and select instructors & field training officers (where applicable)
  • Under guidance from regional leadership, leads and/or participates in ad hoc committees
  • At the direction of regional leadership, may coordinate outside training class/certifications (may include dispatch school, executive protection, mental health awareness, behavioral recognition, etc.)
  • At the direction of leadership, acts as a liaison and WBDGS training representative between partnering business units and/or outside vendors
  • In collaboration with WBDGS management, Labor Relations, P&C, Procurement, and/or legal to initiate and document program documentation and records maintenance protocols (may include working statements, agreements, memoranda, training plans, field training exercise, training policies & procedures, etc.)
  • As needed, at the direction of leadership provide adhoc operational support and deployments.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree or 5+ years of working in security related field
  • AHA Instructor Trainer
  • State Required Security Officer Certification (if applicable)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Applications
  • Proficient in Technology
  • Background in training management & facilitation
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $65,170.00 - $121,030.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

Client-provided location(s): Burbank, CA, USA
Job ID: Discovery-WAMEGLOBALR000087507EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • 401(K)
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Professional Coaching
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)