Security Shift Team Lead

Job Description:

Job Description

The Security Shift Lead will have responsibility in maintaining the high standards established around the safety and security of the corporate campus. You will lead, train, and develop a team of individuals, identifying strengths and opportunities to support personal growth and success to achieve departmental goals and objectives.  

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Leadership of a team of security associates to include the training, and development of a highly visible team with a strategic emphasis on customer centricity.
• Effectively executes security measures, policies, and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and makes recommendations that drive operational efficiencies.
• Oversees team’s day-to-day operations and guides completion of assigned tasks, audits, inspections, and team response to incidents and emergencies.
• Supports department training initiatives and conducts associate training as assigned and according to opportunities identified, with an emphasis on developing a well-rounded team. Trainings include, but are not limited to:
  • New associate training
  • Team familiarity with department equipment and responsibilities
  • Tabletop training exercises
  • Emergency response drills
• Upholds department auditing and inspection programs to ensure compliance with local ordinances and corporate policies including but not limited to sprinkler systems, fire inspections, fire extinguishers, and resolution of service needs.
  • Assigns inspections to team members.
  • Verifies completion of inspections.
  • Escalates reported issues for follow-up.
• Provides support to internal partners by participating in the planning and execution of the security plan for company events.
• Responsibility for administrating team scheduling and staffing at department posts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security Operations:  Action on security measures, policies, and procedures.  Support team training to ensure growth and effectiveness and partner with department supervisors to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Emergency Preparedness:  Support in the execution of operational plans for preparedness, crisis response, and recovery.
• Compliance and Auditing:  Carry out self-inspection programs to ensure compliance with local ordinances and corporate policies.
• Team Growth:  Provide feedback, training, and coaching to team members to support their continual growth and development

What Do You Need To Bring?

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in security or similar military/law enforcement role.
• Proven ability to lead and support the development of a successful team built upon motivation, recognition, collaboration, communication, and engagement with others.
• Effective communication skills, with evidence to reflect the ability to build and maintain strong, productive relationships that influences and motivates others.
• Experienced in applying security policy and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
• Successful completion of criminal background investigation and department training program
• Must be able to quickly respond, on foot, to locations throughout the facilities. 
• Must be able to view information on a computer monitor and CCTV screen. 
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license. 

Our Company
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas. 

Our Values
We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, [including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off], as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities. 

What You’ll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Onsite fitness center
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

Company Description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com and hollisterco.com.

Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.