Head Security SupervisorUS-NJ-PrincetonJob ID: 2024-20234Type: Full-Time# of Openings: 1Category: Public Safety, Security, and Emergency ServicesOverview

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Public Safety - http://publicsafety.princeton.edu/ (DPS) is the primary department charged with creating a safe and secure environment at Princeton University - https://www.princeton.edu/. DPS operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and is comprised of over 164 staff members. The department consists of professional University police, security officers, dispatchers, and administrators dedicated to providing best-in-class service to the community. DPS was initially awarded Law Enforcement Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in July 2015 and has been reaccredited in 2018 and 2022. CALEA serves as the “International Gold Standard for Public Safety Agencies” and oversees a rigorous accreditation process. DPS is also accredited by the New Jersey Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) in 2019 and reaccredited in 2022.

The department consists of professional University police, security officers, dispatchers, and administrators dedicated to providing best-in-class service to the community. DPS was awarded Law Enforcement Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in July 2015. CALEA serves as the “International Gold Standard for Public Safety Agencies” and oversees a rigorous accreditation process. Non-sworn security officers work in several areas, including the main campus - https://tracking.icims.com/f/a/vShXb6SlLO0Di4y5s6HUyA/AAIB5gA/RgRiIjxLP0Q1aHR0cDovL3d3dy5wcmluY2V0b24uZWR1L3ByL2NhbXB1c21hcC9QVUNhbXB1c01hcC5wZGZXA3NwY0IKYDdLtz9g8lAov1ISbGlubkBQcmluY2V0b24uRURVWAQAAAqm, the James Forrestal - https://tracking.icims.com/f/a/PxqDiOjBqMwTTveNYt26AA/AAIB5gA/RgRiIjxLP0Q3aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cucHJpbmNldG9uLmVkdS9hb3MvZm9ycmVzdGFsX2NhbXB1c19oaXN0b3J5L1cDc3BjQgpgN0u3P2DyUCiUhJsaW5uQFByaW5jZXRvbi5FRFVYBAAACqY Campus, Firestone Library - https://tracking.icims.com/f/a/HlmWOY7Pb-KG-A9App7LBA/AAIB5gA/RgRiIjxLP0QmaHR0cDovL2xpYnJhcnkucHJpbmNldG9uLmVkdS9maXJlc3RvbmVXA3NwY0IKYDdLtz9g8lAov1ISbGlubkBQcmluY2V0b24uRURVWAQAAAqm, the Princeton University Art Museum - https://tracking.icims.com/f/a/E5YRcxuemml-0EfSD95Ag/AAIB5gA/RgRiIjxLP0QfaHR0cDovL2FydG11c2V1bS5wcmluY2V0b24uZWR1L1cDc3BjQgpgN0u3P2DyUCi_UhJsaW5uQFByaW5jZXRvbi5FRFVYBAAACqY, and their off-site storage facility.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Security Operations Manager (SOM) or the Assistant Security Operations Manager (ASOM), the Head Firestone Library Security Supervisor (HSS) provides administrative and management oversight of 5 Cultural Property Security Supervisors (CPSS) who supervise 58 security officers.

The HSS schedules, trains, and supervises appropriate staff to secure the Princeton University Firestone Library (Library), as well as provide for the safety and comfort of visitors during the operating hours and at special events. The HSS is the primary on-site staff member providing day-to-day supervision for Firestone Library’s security operation and assuring a positive customer service experience for all Library visitors.

This position provides guidance and monitors the work assignments of, and provides training to, all security staff in Firestone Library. Supervision of the security staff includes establishing posts, post orders, and function of the control room. Control room supervision includes monitoring alarms and video, badging visitors, key control, dispatching, coordination with Department of Public Safety (DPS) staff at DPS Headquarters located at 200 Elm Drive, and other coordinating functions as required. The HSS takes a lead role in serving the Firestone Library’s visitors and making them feel safe and welcome during their time in the Library.

The HSS works closely with the SOM/ASOM in preparing staffing and training plans and establishing priorities to meet institutional goals with the most effective and economical utilization of personnel, technology, and equipment.

DPS is a 24/7, 365-day operation. The successful candidate must be able to work ALL shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime shifts, as required.

Patrol Operations - 30%

• * Exercises operational command responsibility over Firestone security personnel and supervises patrol within guidelines set by the Assistant Vice President of Public Safety, the Associate Director (AD) of Support Services, SOM/ASOM, and in consultation with the Library Director/designee.
• * Supervises Firestone security staff members, administering policies and procedures for a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week operation.
• * Conducts daily briefings and debriefings of Library security staff as appropriate.
• * Plans, directs, prioritizes, and organizes operational resources to accomplish department goals and objectives for security at the Library.
• * Reviews daily operations, ensuring consistent applications of departmental policies and procedures for security at the Library.
• * Coordinates with DPS for centralized administrative functions, including payroll, training, uniform needs, etc.
• * Consult with the SOM/ASOM, and Library Director/designee in the administration of Library public safety operations and matters relating to special events and equipment.
• * Coordinates overtime assignments for Library operations and special events.
• * Oversees regular inspections of Library facilities, noting safety hazards and maintenance needs and submitting work requests to address issues as needed.
• * Advises Library administration, curators, and volunteers in areas of security.
• * Schedules and assigns personnel, considering such factors as time off, incident rates, overtime, and other special requirements.
• * Coordinates, assigns and reviews all incident reports.
• * Participates in recruitment and candidate selection processes, including updating position descriptions and recommending candidates for selection.
• * Monitors the performance of all Library security officers and conducts and/or reviews annual performance appraisals.

Staff Development & Performance Management - 20%

• * Evaluate the performance of all staff and work with the CPSS and the SOM/ASOM to recommend or develop training in response to community and DPS needs.
• * Works closely with the SOM/ASOM and the Library Director/designee to provide leadership for the Library’s security environment, including people and systems.
• * Supervises, trains, cross-trains, and evaluates employees appropriately.
• * Schedules and assists with officer onboarding and training for new and continuing security staff, including in areas such as customer service, first aid, automated external defibrillator (AED), other Library experience, and other professional development.
• * Collaborates with other Library staff to ensure a positive community relations experience.
• * Documents officer misconduct and makes referrals to the SOM/ASOM for further action.

Administration - 15%

• * Serves as liaison with various campus stakeholders/representatives. (e.g., Site Protection, Facilities, etc.)
• * Administers Library access database.
• * Approves time collection for bi-weekly employees and coordinates payroll with the DPS Budget Manager/designee.
• * Notifies Library Facilities Manager of any observed building repair needs.

Event Management - 15%

• * Participates in the Firestone Events Team relative to event planning, programming, and staffing.
• * Coordinates with Transportation and Parking Services (TPS) to provide parking assistance to staff, volunteers, donors, and visitors, including for special events.
• * Manages and coordinates security efforts for Library events, including liaison with requesting parties, staffing, and event supervision, with an emphasis on customer service without sacrificing safety or security.

Control Room Management - 10%

• * Responsible for overall supervision of all control room activities:
  • Monitors, revises and enforces key control and visitor access and badging processes and makes policy suggestions as needed.