Cultural Property Security Supervisor

Cultural Property Security Supervisor

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is the primary department charged with creating a safe and secure environment at Princeton University. DPS operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and comprises over 164 staff members. The department consists of professional University police, security officers, dispatchers, and administrators dedicated to providing best-in-class service to the community. DPS was initially awarded Law Enforcement Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in July 2015 and reaccredited in 2018 and 2022. CALEA serves as the "International Gold Standard for Public Safety Agencies" and oversees a rigorous accreditation process. DPS is also accredited by the New Jersey Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) in 2019 and reaccredited in 2022.

Under general supervision, the Cultural Property Security Supervisor (CPSS) assists in supervising the overall security operations of the Princeton University Firestone Library. The essential functions of this job include : supervising front-line security operations; assisting security officers in securing museum exhibits and facilities, including temporarily filling in a library security post as needed; scheduling security officers to meet security needs of the facility and for special events; performing walk-throughs of public areas to ensure a safe and friendly environment; observing and inspecting security officers and their assigned areas to assure compliance with policies and procedures; monitoring security officer performance; carrying out transition procedures between shifts; assisting in incident resolution; providing ongoing employee training; acting as the on-site security authority in the absence of the Security Operations Manager and / or designated personnel; communicating to appropriate management regarding maintenance and security conditions; resolving complaints and providing back-up support to security officers; responding to staff and museum patrons' requests for information.

The nature of the work requires some sustained physical effort involving considerable standing and walking for extended periods of time. Incumbents may be required to work any shift, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime may be assigned as necessary. Incumbents may also be assigned to work at the off-site storage facility located on the Forrestal campus and elsewhere as needed on the Princeton University campus.

Knowledge of general techniques and practices for public safety, preventing loss or damage to library exhibits and facilities; general practices relating to the oversight of security operations; first aid; CPR; emergency response plans; access control; surveillance systems; fire systems monitoring; use of fire extinguishers; electronic alarm systems; communication equipment and emergency evacuation plans.

Ability to plan, schedule, train, assign, motivate, and monitor the activities of subordinate personnel; enforce rules and regulations governing the conduct of the public; deal tactfully and appropriately with the general public and staff; effectively convey information and instructions to subordinates, museum personnel and the general public in person or over the radio, including during emergencies; and use various software programs and operate computerized security surveillance and fire detection systems.

Responsibilities

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• As part of an assigned team, the CPSS provides general security, personal safety, and customer services to the University community and specialized security to preserve and protect University property from theft and vandalism.
• Provide general leadership and oversight to the front-line security officers and day-to-day security operations.
• Evaluates the work performance of assigned security officers.

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Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education / training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.