SUPERVISOR SECURITY

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Summary

Directs and coordinates all Security activities throughout the Palatine Complex.  Works with all department managers to assist them in meeting their respective goals.  Works, trains, and directs security personnel to achieve minimum of overtime while maintaining a safe and secure working environment for all employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned

• Must be able to perform all the functions of a security guard and security coordinator.
• Assists in the planning of day to day operations of the security department.
• Prepares manpower assignments (schedules) supervises and coordinates with all sections of the Huntley/Elgin complex to insure all non standard work times have sufficient manpower coverage.
• Completes special assignments as assigned in a timely manner.
• Conducts investigations as assigned.
• Supervises, instructs and trains subordinates in the day to day operations of the security department,
• Keeps the security manager apprised of on going projects.
• Ensures all personnel act in a professional manner and adhere to company rules and regulations while building a team.
• Supervises orderly shift changeovers.
• Must be familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures (surveillance, camera usage, investigations, detecting suspicious persons/incidents, etc.)
• Devotes 80% of his day supervising other security guards, their post, and their day to day performance and working with other department managers.
• Responds to incidents, and resolves problems or requests.
• Works closely with all departments to provide a continuous flow of information.
• Ensures the treatment of all people and personnel is fair.
• Provides praise to denote good work when appropriate.
• Provide and recommend opportunities of growth for department personnel through delegation.
• Train and orientate new department members and give a review of their performance to the Security Manager.

Attendance/Punctuality

Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time

Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Above average annual review, demonstrate a working knowledge of company and departmental policy and procedures; ability to make decisions without direct supervision; demonstrates the ability to be flexible in working hours, locations and conditions; foster an overall Security Department, and Weber-Stephen Products Company Team atmosphere.

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarifications; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Visionary Leadership – Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
• Change Management – Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Delegation – Delegates work assignments; matches the responsibility to the person; gives authority to work independently; sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; provides recognition for results.
• Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Managing People – Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; takes responsibility for subordinates’ activities; makes self available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth; solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); fosters quality focus in others; improves processes, products and services; continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
• Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Diversity – Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative – Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversees the day-to-day shift operations;
• Act for the Security Manager when the security manager is not available.

Qualifications to perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent; Basic computer knowledge; Above average annual review; working knowledge of company and departmental policy and procedures; ability to make decisions without direct supervision; give proper direction to staff members and foster an overall Security Department Team atmosphere.

Language Skills     

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write reports and correspondence both by hand and via the computer; check the reports from the shift for form and content (who, what, when, where how and if known why); complete initial investigations, beyond the initial report. 

Mathematical Skills

The ability to add –subtract –multiply and divide for making work schedules will need to know how many guards are  needed at what locations

Reasoning Ability

Work with little or no direct supervision; prioritize information/incidents as it relates to the goals and mission of the security department and the company.  Interact and communicate in a positive manner with people of diverse backgrounds both inside and outside of the security department; make decisions based on the information known at the time and if requested to articulate that decision.

Computer Skills

To perform the job successfully the individual should have a knowledge of Weber computer operating system such as but not limited to PC Windows Word ,Excel, Power Point Access outlook.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must become CPR and or First Aid Certified – have and maintain a Valid Driver’s License.
• May be necessary to undergo EPA training as required by specific position or building.

Other Qualifications

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and talk or hear.  Communicate effectively with others via the phone, radio, face-to-face and computer.  The employee is occasionally required to sit/stand; reach with hands and arms; walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate although area(s) of facility can be loud and require Personal Protective Equipment. May be exposed to all types of weather conditions.

Weber-Stephen Products LLC is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.