Library Security Supervisor – Crisis-Ready & Service-Driven

northbrooklib; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Northbrook Public Library seeks a Security Supervisor to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for patrons and staff. Under the Assistant Director, you will supervise part-time Security Monitors, support daily operations, and respond to emergencies with calm, decisive action.

You will apply crisis-intervention techniques and trauma-informed practices, maintain confidential reporting, and collaborate with library teams to uphold privacy, equity, and the Library Bill of Rights.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience managing part-time staff.
• Ability to coordinate emergencies and report thoroughly.
• Commitment to library ethics, privacy, and equity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise part-time Security Monitor staff and assist daily operations.
• Address emergencies/incidents and coordinate response with PIC.
• Support training activities to ensure safety and security.
• Compile data and generate reports for administrative decisions.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Hiring & training

Scheduling & evaluating

Discipline & coaching

Crisis de-escalation

Mental Health First Aid

Patron engagement

Incident reporting

Public service mindset

Education

CPR Certification

AED Certification

Mental Health First Aid Certification

Tools

Surveillance cameras

Access control systems

Intrusion alerts

Job description

Northbrook Public Library seeks a Security Supervisor to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for patrons and staff. Under the Assistant Director, you will supervise part-time Security Monitors, support daily operations, and respond to emergencies with calm, decisive action.

You will apply crisis-intervention techniques and trauma-informed practices, maintain confidential reporting, and collaborate with library teams to uphold privacy, equity, and the Library Bill of Rights.