Field Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY:  Manages a shift and/or segment of guarding operations at multiple sites at the direction of line management.  Supervises Field Supervisors and other security personnel. Performs inspections and ensures that post orders are being followed. Coaches and trains personnel. Carries out administrative procedures in support of Branch operations.

 

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Primary job function is the management of a segment of an office?s guarding operations.  This job description applies only to salaried positions performing essential functions of the nature described, with the authority to make independent choices, free from immediate supervision, in significant matters that affect the business, or to carry out tasks that are directly and closely related to such work, no less than 50% of the time. If a position performs such work less than 50% of the time, and/or performs routine duties that are also performed by subordinates more than 40% of the time, it should be classified as: Field Supervisor.

 

1.  Manages a shift and/or segment of guarding operations at multiple sites, including supervision of subordinate officers and supervisory staff; ensures that personnel deliver high quality service. 

2.  Ensures that service expectations are being met through regular contact with clients; evaluates service quality, inspects posts and initiates corrective action in a timely manner as necessary. 

3.  Meets with line management and/or client representatives for status updates and to address any actual or potential problems; provides support during client start-ups; provides input to security planning, assessments and surveys; reviews post orders and communicates requirements and changes to affected personnel.

4.  Participates in and coordinates with line management regarding the orientation, training, development and retention of high caliber staff; ensures that each staff member is treated with dignity and respect; coaches employees and carries out disciplinary actions, as necessary. 

5.  Maintains and submits payroll records and other employee and business information; reviews client and company reports for accuracy and timeliness. 

6.  Maintains a positive, professional environment in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures; acts to ensure that staff members understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures. 

7.  Communicates and coordinates with line management regarding scheduling, staffing, equipment, record keeping, and related matters, to ensure smooth delivery of services;  makes scheduling and staffing adjustments as needed to meet client requirements while controlling labor costs; reviews reports to ensure that commitments have been met and client directions have been followed. 

8.  Provides input to company initiatives; promptly assists line management in the resolution of legal, financial, human resources, and administrative issues. 

9.  Performs tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for assigned office.

 

Education/Experience:  Associate?s Degree and 1 year of experience in security operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company. Additional relevant experience can be substituted for the required education on the basis of one calendar year of experience for one academic year of education.

 

Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):

?  Understanding of security operations.

?  Knowledge of supervisory practices.

?  Planning, organizing and leadership skills.

?  Oral and written communications skills.

?  Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.

?  Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.

?  Ability to take initiative and achieve results.