Security Shift Supervisor

Location Type: Not Specified

 

Overview

The Shift Supervisor serves as the primary on-duty leader during their assigned shift, providing guidance, direction, and support to security officers while ensuring all operational requirements, security procedures, and customer expectations are met. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can effectively manage personnel, respond to operational challenges, and maintain professionalism in a dynamic security environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support a team of armed security officers during assigned shifts.
• Ensure personnel are properly equipped, qualified, and prepared to perform assigned duties.
• Provide daily guidance, coaching, and oversight to promote operational effectiveness and professional conduct.
• Conduct shift briefings to communicate operational updates, security concerns, and special instructions.
• Monitor officer performance and address performance, conduct, or operational issues as they arise.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for on-duty security personnel and escalate issues to site leadership as necessary.
• Oversee daily security operations to ensure compliance with site procedures, post orders, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate security activities to ensure quality service and operational effectiveness.
• Conduct post inspections and operational checks to verify compliance with established standards.
• Coordinate response efforts during emergencies, incidents, and unusual situations.
• Monitor security systems and surveillance equipment and ensure proper reporting of alarms, malfunctions, or security concerns.
• Ensure accurate accountability and control of weapons, ammunition, keys, and other sensitive items.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen and at least 21 years of age.
• Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• Prior military service at the rank of E-6 or above in a combat arms, military police, security forces, or related specialty; or prior law enforcement experience at the rank of Sergeant or equivalent.
• An additional year of security supervisory experience may be substituted for the rank requirement.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience supervising 15 or more personnel.
• Experience leading security, law enforcement, military police, force protection, or related operations.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to obtain a Japanese driver’s license.
• Ability to meet all medical, physical fitness, training, and reliability requirements associated with the position.
• Successful completion of all required background investigations, drug screening, and qualification standards.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience supporting Department of Defense or federal government security programs.
• Experience working in an overseas environment or within Japan.
• Military Police, Security Forces, Master-at-Arms, Infantry leadership, or law enforcement supervisory experience.
• Associate’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Business Management, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and team supervision skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and operational requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong report-writing and documentation abilities.
• Ability to analyze situations, identify issues, and implement appropriate solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with military personnel, government representatives, fellow contractors, and team members.

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Ability to stand, walk, patrol, and inspect facilities for extended periods.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively during emergency situations.
• Ability to climb stairs, bend, kneel, crouch, and perform physical activities associated with security operations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to maintain required physical fitness and weapons qualification standards.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions.