Security Supervisor

**Job Title:** Security Supervisor **Date Posted:** October 2, 2026 **Department:** Security Services **Reports To:** Security Manager **Location:** 209 East 23rd Street, New York, NY 10010 **Salary:** $50,000 Annually (Overtime Eligible) / $27\.47 Hourly **Classification:** Non\-Exempt **Schedule:** * Full\-time; standard schedule is 3:00 \- 11:00 pm, Tuesdays through Saturdays * This is an on\-site position; remote work is not possible. The schedule may include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on operational needs. * Note: Over time, emergency shift coverage and call\-in response may be required. **Position Summary** Under the direction of Security Management and the direct supervision of the Security Manager, the Security Supervisor is responsible for providing day\-to\-day operational leadership and field supervision to Fire Life Safety Directors, Shift Commanders, and Security Officers throughout the School of Visual Arts campus. The Supervisor plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, secure, and professional environment for students, faculty, staff, residents, visitors, and guests. This is a hands\-on supervisory position requiring high visibility, active campus patrols, incident response, post order enforcement, and seamless coordination with emergency services and college leadership. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** Shift Supervision * Provide direct oversight, daily briefings, and guidance to Security Officers to ensure post orders are understood and executed, overseeing teams of up to 30 personnel per shift. * Conduct routing post\-inspections to maintain professional standards, uniform compliance, and attentiveness. * Offer ongoing coaching, address officer concerns, and document performance or conduct issues for management review and direction. Staffing and Post Coverage * Ensure all campus security posts are continuously and fully staffed across shifts. * Manage attendance changes, call\-outs, lateness, and meal\-break reliefs, and escalate unresolved coverage shortages to Security management. * Coordinate security operations and coverage for building openings/closings, special campus events, and peak operational needs. Incident Response and Emergency Management * Serve as the primary supervisory responder for emergencies, alarms, medical calls, disruptive behavior, and access issues. * Exercise scene command until relieved by senior management or emergency services. * Liaise directly with NYPD, FDNY, EMS, Facilities, Residence Life, and Student Affairs to ensure management is notified of significant events. Building Security and Patrols * Perform regular inspections and patrols of academic, residential, administrative, and event facilities. * Verify physical security (doors, exits, locks), monitor compliance with building access, and ensure opening/closing routines are strictly followed. * Identify and report maintenance, lighting, or equipment hazards