Security Supervisor Jobs

Position Description

Updated August 7, 2023

Title: Security Supervisor

Division: Operations

Reports to: Manager of Security

Position Status: Part-time; Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $16 - $18/hour

Position Summary

The Security Supervisor position is highly visible, serves as part of Operations & Finance and is responsible for providing and supervising security for the VMHC properties throughout buildings and grounds.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors security cameras, alarm and fire systems
• Assigns post orders and updates daily procedures
• Escorts and monitors all contractors, venders and visitors in non-public areas
• Writes correspondence including logs and reports; maintains documentation pertaining to security and emergency training and accident and incident reports
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Monitors security risks to the campus and patrons and reports potential problems to the Director of Facilities
• Supervises and coordinates schedules for all Security Officers
• Ensures operation of all security equipment to include preventive maintenance and troubleshooting malfunctions
• Secures premises by patrolling campus and access points, permits entry into the buildings and ensures the security, safety and well-being of staff and visitors; informs violators of policy and procedures
• Receives and notifies departments of deliveries; processes and delivers mail and packages
• Adheres to and implements policies & procedures of the security and maintenance departments
• Responds to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to staff and visitors

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Necessary

• Works well under pressure and with limited supervision
• Ability to maintain professional composure
• Professional appearance is required
• Excellent customer service; must be able to project a certain level of hospitality

Education & Experience Requirements

• 3 years security supervision experience preferred
• Computer experience preferred
• High school education
• Ability to pass and maintain the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services registration for unarmed security officers

Note & Special Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible/rotating schedule that may require early morning, evening and weekend hours

Application

If interested in this job opportunity, please apply and upload your cover letter and resume to https://virginiahistory.isolvedhire.com/jobsearch/?job_board_classification=Job_Opportunities.

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture is owned and operated by the Virginia Historical Society - a private, non-profit organization established in 1831. The historical society is the oldest cultural organization in Virginia, and one of the oldest and most distinguished history organizations in the nation. For use in its state history museum and its renowned research library, the historical society cares for a collection of nearly nine million items representing the ever-evolving story of Virginia.

The Virginia Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.