Security Supervisor - Homeless Families (F-80 Required)

Urban Resource Institute; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Resource Institute is hiring a Security Supervisor for Homeless Families to oversee on-site security operations at a 24/7 residential program in New York, NY. The role requires leadership of security staff, incident documentation, and coordination with program leadership to ensure safe services for residents and visitors.

The position emphasizes collaborative teamwork, adherence to safety protocols, and flexibility to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a security officer.
• Sensitivity and experience with homelessness in disenfranchised communities.
• Experience in a 24-hour residential facility; able to work with supervision and as a team.

Responsibilities

• Direct staff, visitors, and clients to designated areas.
• Answer questions and provide directions regarding services.
• Maintain security logs for movements and incidents on the premises.
• Supervise facility security staff and ensure adequate coverage.
• Instruct/train new security staff on procedures and safety.
• Schedule staff and posts for coverage and Tours.
• Conduct fire drills and maintain fire drill logs.
• Inspect alarm systems daily for premises protection.
• Ensure incident documentation is completed as required.
• Be available for doubles and flexible shifts.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Meet with the Assistant Director for group supervision.

Skills

Security officer experience

Homelessness sensitivity awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Security Supervisor - Homeless Families (F-80 Required)

Locations

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New York, NY New York, NY, USA

• On-site
• Security
• Full-Time

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs staff, visitors, and clients to requested designations.
• Answer questions and give directions relative to services.
• Maintain security log with all movements of personnel and/or visitors in and out of the premises and any unusual occurrences.
• Supervise facility security staff and ensure appropriate level of coverage in conjunction with Director of Homeless Services Program.
• Instruct/train newly appointed security staff in the maintenance of security log, mail system, intake of deliveries, security procedures, fire safety process etc.
• Schedule and assign security staff to designated posts and tours to ensure the protection of personnel and the security of the premises.
• Performs additional functions as assigned by the Director.
• Conduct fire drills and maintain fire drill log as directed
• Inspect alarm system daily to ensure protection of premises.
• Ensure the completion of all incident related documentation as required by URI and DHS.
• Must be available to work doubles and flexible shifts.
• Participate in monthly staff meetings and training seminars conducted to enhance and develop one’s skills.
• Meet with Assistant Director for group supervision, facilitate meetings with security monitor staff.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• High School Diploma
• Bachelor Degree Preferred
• F-80 Required

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Three years previous experience as a security officer.
• Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with and/or knowledge of homelessness within disenfranchised communities including individuals whom identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or HIV-affected, the elderly and individuals with substance abuse and/or mental health issues.
• Experience working in a 24-hour residential facility, able to work with minimum supervision and as a team player.

Urban Resource Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

NYS Security License

Equal Opportunity Employer

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