About the role
Security Shift Supervisor
Wage: $20.00/ hour
Position Type: Full-Time (40 hrs/week) and Part-Time (16 hrs/week) opportunities available
Shift: 1st Shift (0600–1400)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and reliable Security Supervisor to oversee daily operations and lead a team of 6–9 security officers. This role is responsible for maintaining a safe and professional environment while ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise, train, and mentor a team of 6–9 security officers
- Provide coaching, counseling, and corrective action when necessary
- Create and manage officer schedules
- Ensure site safety, professionalism, and policy compliance
- Respond promptly to incidents and maintain a strong security presence
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2+ years of security experience and/or prior military or law enforcement experience
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Proven leadership or management experience preferred
- Proficient in computer use and report writing
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 2 hours at a time)
- Ability to remain alert and respond effectively to incidents
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Functions as a supervisor of Security Officers, Lead Officers, and other company personnel assigned to one or more posts at client site(s); acts to ensure that all post orders are followed, that established rounds are completed, and that required reports are filed; notifies proper authorities and client in emergency situations.
- Coaches and disciplines personnel as appropriate; seeks advice from company management or designated representatives as appropriate; meets personally with employees and documents coaching and disciplinary actions.
- Trains Security Officers and other company personnel; reviews post orders and other details of assignments with subordinates.
- Assists in the submission of payroll and personnel information to the company as designated.
- In conjunction with company management or designated representatives ensures adequate coverage of all posts and positions.
- Prepares, files, and submits various reports as required.
- Inspects posts as scheduled and meets with subordinates to outline tasks and responsibilities.
- Meets with client representatives as scheduled or as needed to provide assurance that all security requirements are being met and to provide quality customer service.
- As assigned, in accordance with applicable company policies and procedures and in compliance with state and federal laws, carries out supervisory duties that can include some or all of the following: interviewing, orienting and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and, making hiring and termination recommendations.
- May perform the duties of a Security Officer in accord with post orders and company policy.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D. and 2 years of related experience, or an an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company. Minimum 2 years of experience in retail preferred.
Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):
- May be required to hold and continue to meet the requirements for any applicable state, county and municipal license for Security Officers.
- Knowledge of security operations with an emphasis on patrol, inspection and response services.
- Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures.
- Ability to provide positive direction and motivate performance.
- Understanding of a variety of security and safety devices and controls.
- Ability to learn quickly and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
- Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.
- Ability to be an effective team member.
- Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances.
- Courteous telephone manner.
- Ability to adapt to various sites and changes in p
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