Security Supervisor, Field Operations Lead

Akima; West Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

TVA is seeking a Contract Security Supervisor to lead security operations across TVA facilities in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky. The role includes supervising Contract Security Officers, maintaining access control, and coordinating incident responses in a fast-paced environment.

Based at West Paducah, KY, the CSS will ensure compliance with TVA security policies, manage staffing, document reports, and train personnel. Position contingent upon contract award.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of successful field supervisory experience in civilian law enforcement, military service, security force operations, commercial or industrial security environments, or equivalent.
• Applicants lacking two years of supervisory experience may be considered if they provide documented evidence of comparable leadership, subject to CTS approval.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily security operations at TVA non-nuclear facilities.
• Provide leadership and supervision to Contract Security Officers.
• Maintain site access control and credential verification.
• Coordinate patrols, incidents, and emergency responses.
• Prepare schedules, track timekeeping, and attendance.
• Ensure compliance with TVA policies and regulatory requirements.
• Document reports, logs, and training records.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Report writing

Multitasking

Access control

Patrol operations

Incident response

Security principles

Calm under pressure

Computer proficiency

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Security management education preferred

Job description

TVA is seeking a Contract Security Supervisor to lead security operations across TVA facilities in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky. The role includes supervising Contract Security Officers, maintaining access control, and coordinating incident responses in a fast-paced environment.

Based at West Paducah, KY, the CSS will ensure compliance with TVA security policies, manage staffing, document reports, and train personnel. Position contingent upon contract award.