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Collectors in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Security Lead to join our Corporate Security team. You will protect personnel, property, and profits in a 24/7 environment, reporting to the Sr Supervisor, Security, and working onsite five days a week with two shift options (2:30pm–11:00pm or 11:00pm–7:30am).
You will lead daily operations, patrols, surveillance monitoring, incident response, and training to ensure SOPs and site protocols are followed.
Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team. Our services span collectible trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, the UK, and France.
We’re looking for a Security Lead to join our Corporate Security team to help protect Collector’s personnel, property, and profits through detection, deterrence, and denial of unauthorized individuals, all while maintaining a secure environment and preserving the integrity of the company’s facilities and reputation within a 24/7 security environment. Our Security vigilance protects Collectors from exposure, damage to reputation and theft . You’ll report to the Sr Supervisor, Security and work onsite from our Santa Ana, CA office. You must be available to work one of the following shift times 5 days each week (could be between Monday - Sunday): 2:30pm-11:00pm 11:00pm-7:30am Onsite Requirement: This role requires you to be onsite in the office 5 days per week.
Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry Serve as the lead security contact, providing operational support and coordination for the team Oversee daily operations, including shift coverage, incident response coordination, and communication with management Support training efforts, ensuring team members understand and follow SOPs, site-specific protocols, and compliance standards Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities. Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities. Maintain organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements Contribute to security team’s effort by accomplishing related duties as assigned Make timely decisions, while maintaining composure in emergency response situations Provide exceptional customer service Respond to emergency situations to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers
Valid Non-Commissioned Security Officer License is required Valid Driver's License is required At least 3 years of security experience required, preferably in a corporate environment. You have prior experience serving as a Security Lead or Supervisor, with a proven ability to guide teams, delegate responsibilities, and uphold security protocols under pressure. You are able to clearly communicate with a variety of individuals, both written and verbal. You are able to analyze and use logic and reasoning to understand how a problem should be approached. You are attentive to the reactions of others, reading body language well. You have basic knowledge of Google Suite programs. You have great active listening skills, foster trusting interpersonal relationships and you work well with others.
Bending and Twisting: Bending neck/waist, twisting neck/waist, and squatting. Computer Use: Typing, mouse work, and sitting and looking at a computer potentially for long periods of time. Exposure to Machinery: Exposure to machinery noise, which may include noise from forklifts, injection presses, or other machinery. Hand Use: Power gripping when using low-precision, high-impact hand tools that require significant force, such as hammer drills and torque wrenches. Hearing Requirements: Ability to hear alarms, signals, and verbal instructions. Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 75+ pounds, with employee help or with proper equipment. Sitting or Standing: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Temperature and Humidity: Occasional exposure to warehouse environments without heating or cooling with fluctuations in temperatures and humidity. Walking: Ability to walk for long periods.
Hourly Range: The hourly range for this position is $27-$32. Actual compensation in this range will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, prior experience, and skill set. This role may be eligible for shift pay differential, please ask your recruiter for details.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Collectors uses e-Verify to validate your ability to work legally in the United States. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We believe that a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills will better service the diverse community of collectors we support. If you require an accommodation to apply or interview with us due to a disability or special need, please email interviewaccommodation@collectors.com U.S. residents: for disclosures relating to personal information we collect during the employment application and recruitment process, please see our Privacy Notice for U.S. Applicants.