Lead Campus Security & Safety Supervisor

Peddie School; Hightstown (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

The Peddie School is seeking a Security Supervisor to lead the Campus Security & Safety department, provide day-to-day leadership, and ensure a safe campus. The role partners with the Director of Security on initiatives, training, and emergency preparedness.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, maintaining post coverage, training staff, investigating incidents, and supporting security systems and events. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• A.S. degree or higher.
• Must reside within close proximity to campus and respond to campus needs.
• Capable of assuming the lead role and responsibilities of the Director of Security when the Director is unavailable.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word, and comfortable using Google Workspace and other Microsoft/Google applications.
• Must be available to fill in as needed and work any available shift, including day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Strong communication, leadership, judgment, reliability, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise security officers and ensure proper execution of assigned duties.
• Plan, organize, assign, and direct work; delegate responsibilities and maintain adequate post coverage.
• Train new officers and support ongoing employee development in accordance with School policies and applicable laws.
• Investigate incidents and prepare accurate, timely reports and documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to School rules, regulations, policies, and orders.
• Protect School assets and interact professionally with students, employees, guests, and local law enforcement.
• Assist with timekeeping, door-fob/access-control, camera, emergency notification, and other security systems as assigned.
• Respond to emergencies, take predetermined action, and render first aid when appropriate.
• Assist with security planning and staffing for major campus events, athletic events, and special functions.
• Participate in emergency preparedness exercises and campus safety assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Judgment

Reliability

Organizational skills

Education

A.S. degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Google Workspace

Job description

The Peddie School is seeking a Security Supervisor to lead the Campus Security & Safety department, provide day-to-day leadership, and ensure a safe campus. The role partners with the Director of Security on initiatives, training, and emergency preparedness.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, maintaining post coverage, training staff, investigating incidents, and supporting security systems and events. Strong leadership and communication are essential.