Security Officer Supervisor

Job Summary:

The UW-Madison Police Department (UWPD) Security Officer Supervisor provides critical services to campus. This position ensures complete security and safety checks on institutional property, response to emergency situations, assistance with safety and security investigations, and accurate documentation according to established policies, procedures, and applicable laws. This position conducts administrative tasks related to the supervision of Security Officers. The Security Supervisor engages in and oversees problem solving and community engagement related to security issues. This position oversees shift operations, administrative functions, special events, specialized assignments and projects. It collects data, documents, reports, investigates, and analyzes security-related incidents to assist in implementing and supervising daily security initiatives.

UW-Madison Police Department employees will support the Department's vision and mission by operating in a fair, unbiased manner which respects the rights, safety and dignity of all individuals. As a department employee, your everyday actions will be grounded in the highest ethical and professional standards. UW-Madison Police Department employees are expected to take an active role in creating and maintaining a positive, welcoming and inclusive work environment. Employees will assist or participate on an as-needed basis with the department's recruiting and hiring efforts and the onboarding of new employees in the work unit. Department employees are expected to work in partnership with the campus and area communities to provide leadership in solving community problems, preventing crime and providing a safe environment to fulfill the mission of the University.

Responsibilities:

Supervises staff and directs security operations and process improvement activities, and collects and analyses data to provide security for institution properties, students, staff, and visitors. Serves as a liaison to law enforcement officials, vendors, institutional stakeholders, and the public.

• 20% Directs, coordinates, and monitors the logistical operations of a security unit and/or supervises the activities of unit staff
• 5% Assists in the development of policies and procedures, and communicates recommendations to leadership
• 10% Schedules logistics and secures resources to complete the installation and monitoring of security equipment
• 10% Serves as a liaison to law enforcement agencies and internal and external stakeholders
• 5% Collects data and prepares reports on unit activities according to established policies and procedures
• 30% Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees
• 20% Required to work special events and assignments as identified by the Division.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Required:
*Minimum of at least 3 years work experience in security, law enforcement, or related field.

Preferred:
*At least 1 year experience as a lead or trainer in security, law enforcement, or related field.

License/Certification:

Required
Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards

Work Schedule:

The Security Officer Supervisor may be scheduled on either first shift, second shift, or third shift which may include working holidays and weekends. Schedules may include working emergencies, special events or other necessary assignments as agreed upon with management.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $34.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department (UWPD) is committed to attracting, retaining, and rewarding a highly qualified workforce by supporting competitive and equitable compensation practices through a job framework, salary structure, and clear and flexible salary administrative guidelines.

Additional Information:

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department participates in the State of Wisconsin excellent benefit program that includes the following:

- Comprehensive health insurance and prescription coverage
- Dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance (multiple, low-cost plans to choose from)
- Wisconsin Retirement System with employer matching
- Supplemental retirement programs
- Accident coverage
- Income continuation insurance (short & long term disability)
- Flexible spending accounts (medical & dependent day care)

Generous paid leave:
- Vacation benefits that increase over time
- Nine paid legal holidays
- Paid personal holidays
- Paid sick leave with unlimited sick leave accrual
- 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Other incentives:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid trainings
- On duty paid workouts
- On-site fitness room and group fitness activities
- Department provided physical therapy
- Department provided wellness massages
- Wellness workshops

How to Apply:

Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. As part of the application process you will be required to upload your cover letter and resume in to the Talent Recruitment and Engagement Management System.

Contact:

Nate Ebert
careers@uwpd.wisc.edu
608-262-3015
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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Official Title:

Security Officer Supervisor(CP043)

Department(s):

A77-UNIV POLICE DEPARTMENT/POLICE SECURITY SUPERVISORS

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

308045-CP

 

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.