Swing/Night Operations Manager – Security

Designated Defense Security Services

Location: Henderson, Nevada

Job Type: Full-Time Leadership Position

Shift: Swing/Night Operations | Evening, Overnight, Weekend, and On-Call Availability Required

Designated Defense Security Services is seeking an experienced, motivated, and mission-focused Swing/Night Operations Manager to help lead, strengthen, and scale our security operations.

This is a key leadership role will be responsible for overseeing field operations during swing and night hours, supporting security personnel, ensuring client expectations are met, and maintaining the professional standards that define Designated Defense Security Services.

We are a Veteran-owned and operated security company built on professionalism, reliability, accountability, and integrity. This position offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a growing company that has already surpassed many others in its space.

Who Should Apply

We are looking for career-driven professionals who:

• Understand that leadership requires accountability, urgency, and follow-through
• Believe in extreme ownership and leading from the front
• Can make decisions under pressure and solve problems in real time
• Understand that success happens because someone makes it happen
• Want to lead teams, develop people, and raise operational standards
• Are looking to grow with a company that values professionalism, discipline, and long-term commitment.

This is not an entry-level supervisory role. This position is for a proven leader who can take ownership of after-hours operations and help drive the company forward.

Position Overview

The Swing/Night Operations Manager will oversee evening, overnight, and after-hours security operations across multiple assignments, including events, government-related contracts, residential communities, commercial properties, and special security details.

This role requires strong leadership, sound judgment, excellent communication, and the ability to manage personnel, client expectations, scheduling challenges, incident response, and compliance requirements during critical operational hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for swing, night, weekend, and after-hours security operations
• Oversee field personnel, post coverage, call-offs, emergency staffing, and deployment needs
• Conduct site visits, post inspections, quality control checks, and personnel evaluations
• Ensure security officers are following post orders, company policies, client expectations, and Nevada PILB requirements
• Coordinate with clients, law enforcement, property managers, event staff, and internal leadership as needed
• Respond to incidents, staffing issues, client concerns, and operational emergencies during assigned hours
• Review and maintain incident reports, daily activity reports, attendance records, and operational documentation
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, corrective action, and performance evaluations
• Support scheduling, dispatch coordination, and field communication to maintain reliable coverage
• Identify operational weaknesses and implement solutions to improve service quality and accountability
• Help maintain high standards of professionalism, appearance, communication, and conduct among security personnel
• Support business development, client retention, and operational expansion initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Active Nevada PILB Card, or ability to obtain/maintain required licensing before accepting the position
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in security, military, law enforcement, corrections, emergency services, or a related field
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Minimum age of 21 years
• Strong understanding of security operations, field supervision, incident response, and personnel management
• Ability to work swing, night, weekend, holiday, and on-call hours as operational needs require
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead personnel professionally, firmly, and fairly
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and decisive under pressure
• Knowledge of Nevada PILB regulations and general security compliance standards preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a disciplined, professional, and experienced security leader who does not need constant direction. They understand the importance of visibility, communication, accountability, and fast decision-making.

We are looking for someone who can manage people, solve problems, protect client relationships, and ensure that field operations continue running at a high level during the hours when leadership matters most.

Compensation

Designated Defense Security Services offers above-industry-average compensation tailored to leadership-level expectations.

Starting Compensation: $70,000.00 annual

Compensation will be based on:

• Relevant experience
• Prior command or leadership responsibilities
• Complexity and scale of operations previously overseen
• Ability to improve operations, retention, accountability, and quality control
• Contribution to company growth and client satisfaction

Additional benefits may include:

• Performance bonuses
• Growth opportunities within the company

Hiring Process

• Interested candidates should apply through Indeed or through Linkedin
• Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule a professional interview.
• Candidates selected for interview should be prepared to provide:
• Nevada PILB Card
• Valid Driver’s License
• Updated resume
• Professional references
• Any additional documents required for onboarding, if selected

Why Join Designated Defense Security Services?

Designated Defense Security Services is a Veteran-Owned Small Business with an employee-first mindset. We believe in respect, fairness, accountability, and professional growth.

By joining our leadership team, you will have the opportunity to influence company strategy, improve field operations, develop security professionals, strengthen client relationships, and help expand our regional footprint.

We are looking for leaders who want more than a title. We are looking for leaders who want responsibility, ownership, and the opportunity to build something meaningful.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Designated Defense Security Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance