Plant Security Officer Lead

POSITION SUMMARY

As the Lead Security Supervisor, you will assist the Security Manager in overseeing security operations across the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL), including the Jewish Home & Rehab Center (JHRC) and Frank Residences. You will support the safety and protection of residents, visitors, staff, and property while helping maintain a secure environment against potential threats, including fire, theft, vandalism, and other emergencies. This role provides direct supervision of security personnel and plays a key role in daily security operations, staff scheduling and development, incident response and investigations, emergency preparedness, access control, and security training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Supervise all Shift Supervisors and Plant Security Guards.
• Oversee daily security operations, ensuring compliance with established protocols and providing immediate support during emergency situations.
• Manage the security staff schedule and ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained at all times.
• Conduct security training and oversee ongoing staff development.
• Complete and deliver annual performance evaluations for direct reports, including salary recommendations and performance improvement plans as appropriate.
• Conduct interviews and coordinate orientation for new security staff.
• Ensure security personnel accurately complete Daily Activity Reports (DARs) and Supplemental Security Reports.
• Assist with preparing and delivering monthly fire drill training, including practical demonstrations of fire extinguisher use and emergency exit procedures.
• Coordinate facility-wide security drills and emergency action planning.
• Provide support during security incidents and ensure responses are consistent with campus security policies and procedures.
• Provide after-hours support to security personnel as needed.
• Oversee the employee, visitor, and resident badge program, ensuring appropriate access and troubleshooting issues involving access control systems.
• Work closely with the Security Manager and other departments to ensure security and safety protocols are followed consistently.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency services, and other external partners to maintain campus safety and security standards.
• Conduct regular audits of security operations and identify and implement improvements as necessary.
• Participate in meetings, seminars, and workshops related to safety and security management.
• Provide operational support to the Facilities team as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to maintain a safe and secure campus environment.

JOB DETAILS

• Pay Rate: $90,000 - $99,000 Annually
• Hours: Full-Time, Exempt
• Shift Schedule: 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
• Days Off: Friday & Saturday
• Working Days: Sunday through Thursday

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of experience as a Security Supervisor or in a comparable security role.
• Experience with security and emergency management systems, including CCTV, card access, and visitor management systems.
• Experience conducting training and leading large training sessions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, supervise, and develop a security team.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Familiarity with security management software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively in a sensitive and adaptive environment.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with residents, staff, families, law enforcement, emergency responders, and external partners.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree preferred.
• Previous security experience in senior care, skilled nursing, healthcare, or a similar environment preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while monitoring campus operations.
• Ability to move throughout campus buildings, grounds, and security posts as needed.
• Ability to respond promptly to security incidents and emergency situations.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer or security monitoring station for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through security communication systems.
• Ability to perform the physical functions associated with security drills, emergency response, and staff training.