Security Supervisor

Akima; Florence (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AGS, an Akima company, is seeking a Security Supervisor to lead security operations at the Florence, AZ facility. You will oversee detainee safety, enforce protocols, and coordinate with ICE transportation to ensure compliant, orderly shifts.

The role requires strong background in security or law enforcement, US citizenship, and ability to pass medical and fitness standards. You will write incident reports, maintain post orders, and mentor staff to uphold the highest standards of integrity and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in security, law enforcement, or military.
• US citizenship required.
• Must pass criminal background, credit checks, and drug tests.
• Must obtain and maintain DHS/ICE government clearance.
• Must be 21+ and have a valid state driver's license.
• Ability to obtain state security guard license and pass health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Detain, process, safeguard, and escort detainees per contract.
• Maintain order and discipline among officers and detainees.
• Enforce detention facility rules and regulations.
• Prepare incident narratives and shift reports.
• Ensure proper shift staffing and post inspections.
• Coordinate with ICE Transportation Coordinator.

Skills

US citizenship

Background check

Drug test

Medical exam

Driver's license

Security clearance

Physical fitness

Mobility and stamina

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

AGS is looking for a Security Supervisor to work in Florence, AZ. To join our team of outstanding professionals,

Responsibilities

• Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, and escort of detainees as required in the contract.
• Exercises surveillance and control over Officers and detainees,and maintains order and discipline
• Enforces rules and regulations of the detention facility.
• Provides care, custody and control of detainees.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
• Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other Company Safety Policies.
• Successfully completes all assigned training including defensive tactics and course requiring a minimum physical stamina.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
• Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other Company Safety Policies.
• Ensures shift scheduling provides adequate staff coverage for their shift.
• Completes a health, safety and sanitation inspection of each post.
• Completes shift reports to be turned in to the Supervisory Detention and Deportation Officer (SDDO) and AGS shift Captain.
• Inspects facility and unit Logs for accuracy.
• Maintains the secure and orderly operation of facility in accordance to the Performance Based National Detention Standards (PBNDS) and the American Correctional Association (ACA) standards.
• Ensures the sanitation of the facility is maintained.
• Ensures that staff assigned to the Florence Facility maintain accurate documentation of all activities on their assigned post and ensure staff signs their assigned Post Orders.
• Coordinates movement and transfers with the ICE Transportation Coordinator or Transportation Shift Supervisor.
• If Transportation Supervisor- abides by all transportation officer requirements and responsibilties.
• Speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Concisely and accurately prepare and write narratives of incidents and other written reports.
• Pass and maintain required medical and physical testing requirements and standards.
• Exercises judgment and uses discretion in dealing with first response to all situations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in methods and techniques of securing and controlling detainees by following required training, policy and procedure.
• Always maintain physical fitness standards and proficiency with any special equipment assigned and used while employed on this contract.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with confidential information.
• Possess a high degree of integrity, accountability and adhere to the DHS ICE National Detention Standards.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles; with a cross-cultural perspective.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• A minimum of 5 years of security, law enforcement or military experience preferred.
• Pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record).
• Obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE government clearance.
• Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Pass a medical examination and meet health requirements.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid state driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a state security guard license.
• Ability to walk through all areas of the facility for tours and compliance inspections in varied weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend and reach for extended periods of time.
• Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations.
• Ability to work without restrictions and limitations.
• Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the general public.
• Capability of following and interpreting/understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and can compose written and oral reports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment: courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through his/her responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain poise and self-control during potential emergencies and unexpected situations that may involve mental and physical stress such as disturbances, altercations, fires, and building evacuations.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with confidential information.
• Pass a medical examination and all pre-employment/random drug tests.
• Possess a high degree of integrity, accountability and adhere to the American Correctional Association and DHS ICE National Detention Standards.
• Demonstrate an ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles; with a cross cultural perspective.
• Maintain current/physical residency in the continental United States.
• This position requires the candidate to maintain physical fitness standards and must be able to pass and maintain required physical testing requirements and standards which includes:
• Must be able to lift heavy object up to 50lbs frequently and up to 70lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to push a wheel chair bound individual weighing up to 300 lbs and helping individual in and out of chair.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl, kneel, twisting, reaching overhead and climb stairs, ladders and slopes periodically.
• Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement related position throughout your employment under this contract.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

AGS, an Akima company, is not just another federal security solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AGS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders,AGS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers,AGS delivers the people, equipment, and processes that safeguard federal buildings, military bases, and detention centers while supporting customers’ complex missions.

As an AGS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.