Security Supervisor

Position Title: Security Supervisor                             Department: Security
Reports to: Security Director                                      Employment Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt                                           Position Status: Essential

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Security Supervisor is responsible for providing security to the facility and manages a team of 
Security Guards that ensure all residents and staff are observing facility rules. The candidate 
must have a valid NYS Security Guard License, NYS Fire Guard Certification (F02), and a Certificate 
of Fitness (F80).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES                                                                          
                     
•     Oversees Security Guards’ daily operations to ensure a secure and functional environment for 
the residents, staff and visitors
•     Ensures that fire drills are executed as required
•     Ensures that monthly Fire Safety inspections are conducted as necessary
•     Leads and directs security team in the event of an emergency evacuation
•     Ensures daily log, visitor and resident daily and nightly sign-in logs, and other records are 
maintained in an accurate and timely manner by security staff
•     Ensures Security Guards acquire an understanding of building features and potential problems
•     Continuously observes all residents and develops the ability to recognize signs of substance 
abuse, child abuse, and criminal activity and immediately advises the appropriate staff and works 
with the facility team to conduct investigations, as appropriate
•     Ensures that the interior/exterior of building, surrounding perimeter, and client dormitories 
are monitored by a security guard
•     Ensures that security staff actively monitor CCTV system, and immediately report to 
supervisor activities that violate safety and security protocols, and logs observations
•     Responsible for the accurate recording and reporting of Security Staff payroll
•     Must report a Priority One to Program Director within 30 minutes of incident
•     Makes sure all Security Guards are properly dressed in their uniforms
•     Makes sure all Security Guards treat clients and employees with respect
•     Reporting complaints and or issues to the Security Director immediately
•     In the event of an emergency, Essential Employees are required to report to work as scheduled
•     Duties and responsibilities are subject to change based upon assessment of company

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS                                                                           
                      
•     High School diploma or equivalent required
•     Valid NYS Security License, Fire Guard Certification (F02) and a Certificate of Fitness (F80) 
required
•     Three to five (3-5) years of security and management experience preferred
•     Must be able to make clear decisions and handle situations fairly under pressure and during 
stressful situations
•     Must be able to interact effectively with the facility staff and client population (verbally 
and in writing)
•     Must be willing and able to be certified in First Aid/CPR
•     Must be willing and able to remain at post beyond regularly scheduled hours for appropriate 
relief, if necessary
•     Must be able to perform physical activities such as run, lift etc.
•     Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus