Overview:
Chenega is seeking an experienced Shift Supervisor to lead a team of Armed Security Officers supporting the security operations of the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) in Pueblo, Colorado.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proven security professional looking to take the next step in their leadership career. As a Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing daily security operations, ensuring contract compliance, mentoring security personnel, and maintaining a safe and secure environment for government employees, visitors, facilities, and assets.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct supervision, leadership, and direction to Armed Security Officers assigned to your shift.
- Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
- Conduct shift briefings and guard mount activities to communicate operational updates, post assignments, and special instructions.
- Coach and mentor personnel while addressing performance concerns and recognizing exceptional work.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for shift personnel and provide guidance on operational and personnel-related issues.
- Ensure security operations are conducted in accordance with contract requirements, post orders, government regulations, and company policies.
- Monitor officer performance and ensure all assigned posts are staffed and properly covered throughout the shift.
- Coordinate staffing adjustments due to vacancies, scheduled leave, call-offs, or operational requirements.
- Conduct inspections of posts, personnel, and security activities to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
- Ensure officers maintain proper appearance standards, equipment accountability, and operational readiness.
- Lead response efforts during security incidents, emergencies, and unusual occurrences.
- Assess situations, determine appropriate courses of action, and deploy personnel and resources as necessary.
- Immediately notify the Project Manager of significant incidents, safety concerns, and operational disruptions.
- Support investigations and ensure accurate documentation of incidents and activities.
- Identify security vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Conduct security patrols, inspections, access control operations, and facility checks as needed.
- Oversee visitor management, employee screening, and access control procedures.
- Assist with traffic control, emergency response activities, and special security operations.
- Maintain awareness of ongoing activities and emerging security concerns throughout the facility.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Successfully pass background and drug screening. High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Security Management, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of security, law enforcement, military police, corrections, force protection, or related experience.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in a security, military, law enforcement, or public safety environment.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Ability to successfully complete all required licensing, certifications, permits, and training.
- Ability to pass a Personal Security Background Investigation and NCIC check.
- Valid driver's license.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when necessary.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience leading security operations within a government, federal contractor, critical infrastructure, or industrial environment.
- Military leadership, Military Police, Security Forces, or law enforcement supervisory experience.
- Experience managing personnel scheduling and workforce deployment.
- Incident response and emergency management experience.
- Familiarity with access control systems, surveillance technologies, and electronic security platforms.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills.
- Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.
- Ability to assess risks and implement appropriate corrective action.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
- Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and customer service.
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, post orders, and government regulations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to prepare professional reports and operational documentation.
Teleworking Permitted?:
false
Estimated Salary/Wage:
USD $23.13/Hr.