Security Shift Supervisor

Securitas US Business Unit; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Securitas US Business Unit is seeking a Security Shift Supervisor to lead security staff at client sites. The role focuses on enforcing post orders, completing rounds, and ensuring accurate reporting to meet client expectations.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of supervisory experience and proven security background. The position requires a High School diploma or GED and may involve coordinating shifts and coaching personnel.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of supervisor experience required.
• Security experience required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a supervisor of Security Officers and other personnel on client site(s); ensures post orders are followed and rounds completed; reports filed; notifies authorities and client in emergencies.
• Coaches and disciplines personnel; meets with employees to document coaching and disciplinary actions.
• Trains Security Officers; reviews post orders and assignments with subordinates.
• Assists in submitting payroll and personnel information as designated.
• Ensures adequate coverage of all posts and positions in coordination with management.
• Prepares and submits various reports; inspects posts and outlines tasks for subordinates.
• Meets with client representatives to ensure security requirements are met and provide quality service.
• Performs supervisory duties including interviewing, orienting, training, planning, directing, coaching, and possibly hiring decisions.
• May perform Security Officer duties in line with post orders and policy.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Security experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Security Shift Supervisor

Wage: $19.00/ hour

1+ year of Supervisor Experience Required

Security Experience Required

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 post procedures.
• Ability to write routine correspondence, including logs and reports.
• Good organizational skills.
• Strong customer service and results orientation.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, at various social levels and across diverse cultures.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands)

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• May be exposed to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals who are in or approaching an unauthorized area.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey, in addition to any mandatory licensing requirements.
• Directing and disciplining staff in a positive manner.
• May be required to work overtime without advance notice.
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.