Security Sergeant/Supervisor Full Time NEW

Supervise, plan and coordinate security activities and operations within the assigned division; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public and provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the higher-level supervisory or management staff.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential And Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

• Coordinate the organization, staffing and operational activities for assigned security services including conducting daily facility checks.
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for improving service-delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.
• Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for assigned security services; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Maintain training records for security officers being recertified; maintain daily staffing records for accountability and monitoring purposes.
• Maintain security-issued equipment in good working order; repair equipment as necessary; ensure adherence to safe work practices.
• Oversee handling of vaults, money, fareboxes and computer probing of boxes; ensure audits are pulled and all farebox readings are complete.
• Select, train, motivate and evaluate security personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Participate in the development and administration of assigned budget; forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.
• Provide staff assistance to the Security Superintendent; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
• Coordinate security activities with those of other divisions and outside agencies and organizations.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of security supervision.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED supplemented by thirty (30) credit hours of college level course work in law enforcement or criminal justice; and

Four (4) years of security experience; and

To include one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental

Office environment; exposure to potentially hostile environments; exposure to computers; exposure to inclement weather.

Physical

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy or moderate lifting; sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods; operating a motor vehicle.