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Security Shift Supervisor OSHA 10 Certified
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JOIN THE WORLD'S LEADING GLOBAL SECURITY COMPANY!
Allied Universal Services is currently searching for a Professional Security Shift Supervisor.
The Shift Security Supervisor will supervise and coordinate the delivery of quality services on a specific shift at an assigned customer. The Security Shift Supervisor will act as a liaison between site supervisor, Account Manager/Field Operations Manager and professional security officers. Supervise staff on assigned shift, providing coaching, recognition and discipline within approved empowerment range.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years verifiable experience
- Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
- Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting;
- Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.
- As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test, may be required to pass Drivers Record check
- Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
- Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
- Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Ability to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Company's retirement plans
- Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
- 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law
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Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
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2026-1745464
Security Shift Supervisor OSHA 10 Certified
Overview
Company Overview:
Job Description
JOIN THE WORLD'S LEADING GLOBAL SECURITY COMPANY!
Allied Universal Services is currently searching for a Professional Security Shift Supervisor.
The Shift Security Supervisor will supervise and coordinate the delivery of quality services on a specific shift at an assigned customer. The Security Shift Supervisor will act as a liaison between site supervisor, Account Manager/Field Operations Manager and professional security officers. Supervise staff on assigned shift, providing coaching, recognition and discipline within approved empowerment range.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years verifiable experience
- Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
- Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting;
- Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.
- As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test, may be required to pass Drivers Record check
- Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
- Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
- Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Ability to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Company's retirement plans
- Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
- 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
Requisition ID
2026-1745464
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Who's Hiring
- Allied Universal231
- Securitas33
- GardaWorld Security Services US16
- Sunstates Security9
- DSI Security Services8
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security supervisor jobs.
- Three or more years of security or law enforcement experience with supervisory responsibility
- Active state security guard license or manager-level certification where required
- Demonstrated experience writing incident reports and maintaining security logs
- Proficiency with access control systems and video surveillance platforms
- CPR, AED, and first aid certification current at time of hire
- High school diploma or GED required, with associate or bachelor's degree preferred
Tips for Your Security Supervisor Job Search
List your certifications above your experience
Security supervisor hiring managers scan for CPP, PSP, or state guard manager licenses before reading work history. Put your active certifications and their expiration dates at the top of your resume so screeners confirm compliance eligibility immediately.
Quantify the team sizes you managed
Job postings for security supervisors almost always specify how many officers the role oversees. Replace vague phrases like 'supervised staff' with the actual headcount, shift structure, and any 24-hour operation experience to match what employers are scanning for.
Target postings by site type, not just title
Security supervisor duties differ sharply between a hospital, a data center, and a retail chain. Search by site type alongside the title so you apply to environments where your specific patrol, access control, or incident documentation experience is directly relevant.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists security supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare scenario answers for use-of-force decisions
Interviewers for supervisory security roles consistently ask how you handled a situation requiring force or de-escalation. Prepare two or three specific incidents using the situation-action-result format, emphasizing your documentation steps and post-incident reporting process.
Negotiate schedule terms alongside compensation
Security supervisor roles often involve rotating shifts, overnight coverage, or on-call requirements that affect your actual quality of life. During the offer stage, clarify the shift rotation cycle, any mandatory overtime expectations, and whether supervisors carry post-relief responsibilities before accepting.
Security Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most security supervisors?
The companies hiring the most security supervisors right now include Allied Universal, Securitas, and GardaWorld Security Services US, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Contract security providers and large healthcare systems tend to maintain the highest ongoing volume of supervisory openings.
How many security supervisor jobs are remote?
About 17% of security supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most security operations. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include security operations center monitoring, corporate security policy coordination, and loss prevention program management where physical site presence is less constant.
How do you become a security supervisor?
Start by accumulating frontline security officer experience, ideally in a site type that matches where you want to supervise. Obtain your state's required guard or manager license, then add nationally recognized credentials such as the PSP or CPP to signal supervisory readiness. Volunteer for shift lead or post-commander duties to build documented leadership experience before applying for supervisor-titled roles.
Can you get hired as a security supervisor without prior supervisory experience?
Yes, some employers will hire candidates into a security supervisor role without a prior supervisor title if you can demonstrate informal leadership. Document any experience training new officers, covering lead-officer duties, or coordinating incident response across a shift. Smaller contract security firms and retail loss prevention departments are most likely to promote strong officers into their first supervisory role.
What does the security supervisor interview process look like?
Most security supervisor interviews involve an initial phone screen focused on licensing and schedule availability, followed by an in-person or video interview with the security manager or director. Expect scenario-based questions covering use-of-force judgment, insubordination handling, and emergency response decisions. Some employers add a background check review meeting and a brief site walkthrough before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to security supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to security supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and site-type preference, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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