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About the Role

The Security Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily security operations, ensuring all posts are staffed, and maintaining a safe and secure environment for clients, employees, and visitors. This position provides leadership, training, and support to security officers while enforcing company policies, procedures, and post orders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of security officers during assigned shifts.
• Conduct regular patrols, inspections, and audits of the site to ensure compliance with safety and security standards.
• Maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and documentation.
• Ensure all officers are properly trained, equipped, and briefed on daily responsibilities.
• Provide immediate response to incidents, emergencies, and alarms.
• Enforce company policies, client procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Address performance issues, provide coaching, and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Serve as a liaison between site management, clients, and security personnel.
• Assist with the onboarding and field training for new officers.
• Investigate incidents and prepare detailed reports.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain high standards of professionalism and customer service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; security or criminal justice education preferred.
• Minimum 2–4 years of security experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Valid security license/guard card (as required by state law).
• Valid Driver's License with no discrepancies.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and perform patrol duties as required.
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and professionally.

Skills

• Leadership and team direction
• Conflict resolution
• Attention to detail
• Emergency response
• Customer service awareness
• Time management
• Knowledge of security procedures and access control systems
• Strong communication
• Strong leadership
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to write clear and accurate reports

Location

• New York, NY 10018

Work Type

• Full Time
• Indoor and outdoor settings
• Managing Shift-based schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• May involve exposure to varying weather conditions and extended periods of standing, walking and driving

Experience Level

• 2-4 years of security experience
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role

Education Level

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Security or criminal justice education preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $24.00 - $25.00 Hourly