Sergeant

G4S Secure Solutions; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. seeks a Sergeant to provide direct first-level supervision of day-to-day transport operations, oversee transport teams, and plan daily shifts. You will coordinate with in-house supervisors and ensure timely reporting and incident management.

The role demands leadership, vigilance, and coordination across multi-location operations. The Sergeant will supervise Transportation Officers, manage schedules, and drive operational efficiency while maintaining strict

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old or the higher state minimum.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass any state-required training or licensing for the role.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide first level supervision of Transportation Officers and operations; manage daily shift schedules and workflow.
• Liaise with G4S and customer supervisors; conduct meetings on operational issues.
• Submit incident, status, and weekly security-hour reports to Site Supervisor and managers.
• Identify operational needs and implement measures to satisfy requirements.
• Assess vulnerabilities and develop solutions to mitigate safety risks.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Planning and organizing

MS Office proficiency

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Situational assessment

Conflict mediation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sergeant

Job Locations: US-CA-San Diego

Category: Transportation Security Officer

Business Unit: G4S Secure Solutions

Overview

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc., an Allied Universal Company, is hiring a Sergeant. The Sergeant provides direct first level supervision of day-to-day transport operations that include the supervision of transport teams. is responsible for direct oversight and planning of daily shift schedules, workflow, and day-to-day operations of transportation teams. The Sergeant also coordinates G4S tactical operations with customer's in-house supervisors.

• First level supervision of Transportation Officers and operations; manage daily shift schedules; interface with customer-level supervisors and Site Supervisor; evaluate performance of Transportation Officers; clearly articulate directives, policies, and procedures to subordinate personnel
• Liaise with G4S first and 2nd level supervisors; frequent meetings with customer-level supervisors concerning operational and personnel issues
• Report incidents, statistical requirements and status reports to Site Supervisor, Operations Manager, Program Manager and Fleet Manager; provide weekly physical security-hours reports; submit timely incident reports; provide status reports as required
• Assess operational needs of transportation teams, and determine, develop and implement measures to satisfy needed items
• Proactively identify vulnerabilities to operations specific to safety and certain events such entry and exit attempts; develop and implement solutions that mitigate identified operational vulnerabilities
• Assess and evaluate enhancements to operational efficiencies and coordinate recommendations with Site Supervisors

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass any state-required training or other qualifications for licensing
• Must be able to pass a state licensing test if you will be driving a company-owned or client-provided vehicle
• Must be a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws; G4S will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law

TYPE AND LENGTH OF SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Minimum of two (2) years of driving experience and a minimum of 21 years of age (as required by the Department of Transportation)
• Prior supervisory experience in a multi-location security environment
• Minimum of three (2) years of experience in any combination of the following:
• Law enforcement
• Military police
• Security officer engaged in correctional operations

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Must be at least 21 years old or minimum required by the state, if higher
• Must be able to read, understand, and comprehend legal regulatory rulings and guidance
• Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Planning and organizing skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Problem solving and active listening skills
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively; able to synthesize facts, concepts, and principles
• Able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Team leadership skills; coaching, mentoring, motivating others
• Setting and achieving goals
• Attention to detail

OTHER RELATED ATTRIBUTES THAT WOULD ENHANCE HIRING CONSIDERATION

• State-issued security licenses for armed and unarmed security personnel applicable to the assigned work location.
• Possession of a current and valid Commercial Driver's License with a Passenger endorsement
• Fluency in multiple languages (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Possession of an active federal clearance

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company's 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements

Closing

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.

G4S will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department.

Requisition ID

2026-1679000