Supervisor, Security 3rd Shift

Missouri Botanical Garden•St. Louis, MO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Security Supervisor to lead and support our team in protecting one of the most beautiful and respected botanical gardens in the country. In this role, you’ll oversee daily security operations, train and mentor officers, and ensure all officers perform their responsibilities with integrity and attention to detail. You’ll hold team members accountable to established standards while fostering a culture of safety, respect, and teamwork. Working closely with the Manager of Security, you’ll help develop, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures that protect the Garden’s people, property, and peaceful environment. You’ll also assist with investigations, incident response, and large-scale events all while maintaining a visible, professional, and approachable presence throughout the Garden. This position involves working outdoors in all weather conditions and engaging regularly with the public. The Garden offers a predictable rotating schedule, 24/7 on-site security coverage, and holiday pay when working assigned holidays. We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on leader who takes pride in accountability, teamwork, and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.

Requirements

Three (3) years’ security officer or guard experience required, public venue experience a plus.
Minimum one (1) year supervisory experience preferred.
Working knowledge of safe operation procedures for fire extinguishers, AED and first aid equipment.
Ability to identify suspicious characters, movements and dangerous situations.
Must always be alert and ready to deal with security emergencies.
Proven ability to maintain a calm demeanor when handling routine and crisis situations; poised, professional, self-confident, friendly attitude.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively/clearly at all levels; must enjoy and feel comfortable interacting and working in close proximity to general public, in a safe and friendly manner, answering questions regarding the Garden and its operations.
Demonstrates highest level of professional and ethical conduct; knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systems.
Desire and willingness to work as part of a team required; proven ability to work collaboratively with internal team members and external organizations (i.e., vendors, etc.) for the purposes of achieving goals/objectives.
Demonstrated ability to effectively write reports, construct emails and business correspondence using correct grammar/sentence structure, spelling, etc.
Exceptional time management skills, problem solving and conflict resolution skills required; ability to work independently with little instruction, coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks, and complete in a timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to collect and research data and use intuition and experience to complement data.
Demonstrates knowledge of and follows Garden policy and procedures, especially safety and security guidelines.
Associate’s degree required. Prior experience in Security, Military or similar role will be considered. An equivalent combination of skills, education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of Word, Outlook/email and ability to use report-writing software.
Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).
Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; calculate percentages and decimals.
Requires ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to problem resolution.
Requires ability to exercise tact to resolve situations in a positive manner.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record (prior to employment).
Ability to obtain and maintain the following license within (2) months of hire date is required: security officer's licenses (St. Louis City or County).
Ability to obtain the following certifications within (2) months of hire date and renew annually is required: American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, and the Garden’s Automatic External Defibrillator (AED).

Nice To Haves

public venue experience a plus
Fluent Spanish, Chinese or Japanese Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead & Develop Staff: Recruit, train, and coach security officers to deliver exceptional service and uphold Garden standards. Conduct performance evaluations and foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Operational Oversight: Supervise daily security operations and contract officers to ensure safety across Garden events and activities. Attend event coordination meetings to plan appropriate security coverage.
Safety & Emergency Preparedness: Partner with Safety Manager to maintain OSHA compliance, update safety manuals, and support emergency action plans. Ensure first aid kits, AEDs, and fire extinguishers are maintained and accessible.
Incident Management: Respond to emergencies and accidents, provide first aid/CPR as needed, and ensure timely completion of all incident and maintenance reports.
Administrative Support: Approve timesheets, manage scheduling, and assist with security systems such as ID badges, camera monitoring, and guard tour systems.
Serve as an essential staff member—available to work all scheduled shifts in varying conditions to support Garden operations.
Provides supervision for a team of staff security officers (3-5 officers per shift), contract officers, and contract police officers, depending upon shift and events.

Benefits

A Predictable Monthly Rotating Schedule
Uniform and Security License paid 100% by the Garden
On-Demand Pay
Paid Holidays and accrual of paid sick and vacation time, up to 3 weeks of vacation per year.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
A competitive retirement plan with up to a 6% match after one year of service.

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