Security Supervisor

Security Supervisor

Salary

$48,494.42 - $59,631.00 Annually

Location

900 E. MARKET, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78205, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01303

Department

Convention Facilities

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

9/2/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

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Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for performing supervisory and administrative work coordinating the activities of assigned security force to include contract security guards. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

900 E Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. (Rotating days off)

Adjusted hours, holidays, and weekends depending on events

Essential Job Functions

• Develops operating procedures, policies, and directives.
• Coordinates work assignments.
• Prepares reports and maintains records regarding incidents.
• Investigates and takes appropriate action on resident complaints.
• Performs administrative functions related to counseling, performance evaluations, employee discipline, hiring, training, etc.
• Prepares budget for section.
• Opens and secures assigned buildings.
• Responds to building intrusion alarm activations.
• Examines and certifies portable fire extinguishing equipment.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years law enforcement or security experience, including two (2) years supervisory experience.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License
• Must be certified in CPR or become certified within one year of appointment.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of modern security procedures, techniques, methods, and practices.
• Knowledge of administrative and management practices.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain good public relations skills.
• Ability to respond to minor troubleshooting of intrusion alarm and fire alarm reporting systems and equipment.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. Working conditions are in a large building complex or stadium environment with occasional exposure to hostile people and emergency situations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

03

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

How many years law enforcement or security experience do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more

07

How many years supervisory experience in the field of law enforcement or security do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

08

I acknowledge that I am currently CPR Certified

• Yes
• I am not currently CPR Certified

09

If you are not currently CPR Certified, you acknowledge your understanding that you must become CPR Certified within one ( 1 ) year of employment

• Yes
• No

10

Discuss a situation where critical thinking skills helped you complete a task when direct guidance was limited. What was the outcome? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

11

Briefly discuss a situation related to a security supervisory role where you had multiple tasks needing completion. How did you organize the tasks and your time? What was the outcome? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

12

I acknowledge that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.

• I agree

13

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx