Sergeant - Paragon Systems
Manhattan, NY
About the Job
POSITION SUMMARY:This position is under the direct supervision of the Program Manager for assigned shift of the contract
and is responsible for supervising the security guards on shift while performing assigned duties, such as, detecting, delaying, detaining, and/or apprehending persons attempting to gain unauthorized access to Government property or otherwise violating laws, rules and regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS:
Perform a variety of duties assigned by the contract, including but not limited to, preparing work schedules, reviewing duty logs for accuracy, assessing working conditions, gathering information for investigations, advising management concerning employee performance and disciplinary matters, inspecting uniforms and credentials, completing reports, and other tasks as assigned.
Typical duties include
control access to specific areas of a facility, enforce property rules and regulations, detect and report criminal acts, stop and if possible detain persons engaging in criminal activities, provide security against loss from fire or mechanical equipment failure, respond to emergency situations involving the safety and security of the facility, and act occasionally as a crowd monitor to maintain order.
EQUIPMENT/ COMPUTER SKILLS:
Good working knowledge of security operations, safety practices in a business environment and enforcement procedures (i.e.
electronic security equipment,
audio and video equipment)