Armed Security Supervisor - San Antonio, TX - (VAXCOM)

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Job Description:

Be part of a great team and play a leadership role in our mission to protect our customers' facilities, personnel, and operations! Our leaders are driven by performance excellence, personal integrity, and a commitment to the security mission.

Vaxcom Services LLC (a Parsons company) is looking for a talented Armed Security Supervisor to join our team! In this role you will get to assist in leading, training, and developing a cadre of armed security officers working at a sensitive Sponsor facility in San Antonio, TX.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Working with the Security Program Manager to interface and act as liaison point of contact with multiple partners and stakeholders to communicate program activities and operations.
• Directing, coordinating and overseeing all activities of the on-site security staff. Including supervisory, training, and operational functions at the assigned post in accordance with post orders and Sponsor instructions, and in compliance with all internal procedures.
• Supporting the delivery of the contract.
• Responsible for the supervision, coaching, mentoring, and training of program employees including team leads. (as appropriate). This will include performance management to address less than successful performance.
• Supporting the Security Program Manager by participating in interviews and hiring activities when appropriate.
• Acting as the secondary point of contact regarding performance, operations, emergency response activities, and department needs.
• Assisting the Security Program Manager with shift scheduling and payroll coordination at the assigned Site.
• Maintaining proficiency in the use of all assigned equipment and weapons.
• Observing and reporting activities and incidents, providing required documentation to company management and Sponsor representatives.
• Will interact with senior representatives/leaders from the Sponsor and our company on a daily basis and be the secondary point of contact for problem resolution, program changes/enhancements, and informal business development opportunities.
• Prepare logs and reports as required; review logs and reports from your subordinates.
• Other ad hoc responsibilities as assigned.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelors Degree plus 2+ years of related physical security experience (to include armed security experience) or high school diploma plus 5+ years of experience.
• 2+ years of experience working in a lead or supervisory role.
• Experience interacting with senior representatives from both your own organization and those from Sponsors whom you support.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve issues at the lowest level ensuring all stakeholders are kept apprised.
• Demonstrated success in providing mentoring/coaching to teammates and subordinates to improve performance and give career advice.
• Experience working with sensitive Sponsors at their sites.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays on an "as needed" basis. This will include availability for after hours calls for emergency situations.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills to include written, verbal, and briefing.
• Flexibility to take on ad hoc responsibilities and prioritize competing assignments/tasks.
• Must possess a TS/SCI with a polygraph at the time of application.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a security related field.
• 2+ years experience leading and managing teams of 10+ people/ preferably in a 24/7 operational facility.
• Demonstrated experience working with Sponsors leadership to address and resolve problems efficiently.
• Familiarity of contract/program/project management.
• Experience working as an armed security manager at a sensitive site managing all aspects of a physical security program.
• 2+ years experience in either law enforcement, department of corrections, or the US Military.
• Experience performing incident investigations and writing related reports to be consumed by Sponsor and Company leadership.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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