Lead Security & Dispatch Supervisor

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Charleston, SC seeks a Lead Security Assistant for Police Service. The role leads a team of Security Assistants, monitors physical security systems, and coordinates with law enforcement for emergencies.

The position requires experience in security or law enforcement, ability to lead staff, and proficiency with alarm systems and surveillance. On-site, rotating shifts, with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in security or law enforcement programs.
• Ability to lead and balance workload of security staff.
• Experience monitoring physical alarm systems and security cameras.
• Experience dispatching officers and supporting law enforcement tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the security team in applying problem-solving methods.
• Identify and allocate workload among team members.
• Train staff for team tasks and address complaints.
• Monitor alarms and control access; coordinate dispatch of officers.
• Maintain security logs, reports, and badge/keys accountability.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local law enforcement on emergencies.
• Operate dispatch and communications equipment for routine and emergency operations.

Skills

Security knowledge

Staff leadership

Workload balancing

Law enforcement support

Alarm monitoring

Video surveillance

Officer dispatch

Report logging

NCIC access

Tools

NCIC access

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Charleston, SC seeks a Lead Security Assistant for Police Service. The role leads a team of Security Assistants, monitors physical security systems, and coordinates with law enforcement for emergencies.

The position requires experience in security or law enforcement, ability to lead staff, and proficiency with alarm systems and surveillance. On-site, rotating shifts, with potential overtime.