SECURITY SUPERVISOR                                                             7093

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for coordinating and overseeing Security Guard staff employed by a County department.  The incumbent makes recommen­dations to officials on improving the levels of safety and security within the bounds of the jurisdiction.  The incumbent exercises a high level of initiative and judgment in performing the work and may undertake civilian arrests when necessary.  Work is performed under the general supervision of an administra­tive supervisor, and is evaluated through conferences and review of written reports.  Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

            Provides supervision of security personnel;

            Inspects sites under the responsibility of the security division to eliminate potential security and safety hazards;

            Works in cooperation with the Suffolk County Police in carrying out duties;

            Coordinates training, operations and procedures of the security division;

            Prepares budget recommendations for the security division;

            Maintain security records and prepares reports;

            Maintains personnel records and time sheets for security division staff members;

            May, when necessary, undertake civilian arrests.

 

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of current effective security measures; thorough knowl­edge of laws and ordinances governing behavior in public buildings; good knowl­edge of fire prevention and fire control; good knowledge of crowd control and evacuation procedures; ability to establish and maintain good working relation­ships with department officials and the general public; ability to train and supervise personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to keep records and prepare reports; ability to express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

          OPEN COMPETITIVE

          Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and four (4) years of experience protecting lives and/or property; at least two (2) years of this experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.

 

NOTE:  Additional education from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State will be substituted for non-supervisory experience on a year-for-year basis.

             

            PROMOTIONAL

            Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Senior Security Guard or Safety Officer.

           

 

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

            1. Depending on assignment, possession of a valid New York State driver's license at the time of appointment; if required, license must be maintained throughout employment in this title.

            2. Upon appointment, candidates must apply for registration as a guard with the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services.

 

R10/1/13

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive