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Overview

Under the supervision of the Head of Security, the Lead Security Officer will provide necessary administrative leadership for the Yale Center for British Art (YCBA) staff, the collections housed within, and the Center's occupants. This position will instruct and coordinate the daily schedule and activities of full-time and part-time security officers, as well as contract security guards.

This position is a 24-hour emergency responder and will lead the department in the absence of the Head of Security.

This position will have a variable four-day schedule. The schedule will be determined by the supervisor and may be modified from time to time to meet the changing needs of the YCBA. In addition, evening and weekend hours are sometimes required.
 

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Prior experience with Security, Fire, and CCTV monitoring systems. 3 years of supervisory experience. Computer literacy and superior telephone, radio, and interpersonal skills. Prior experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

2. Ability to maintain composure under stress. Excellent public relations and communication skills. Must exhibit mature, responsible decision-making, problem-solving, and judgment skills.

3. May be required to work during scheduled off hours.

4. Demonstrated ability to: stand/walk for extended periods of time, climb up six flights of stairs, respond quickly in an emergency situation. Lift 30 lbs. to shoulder height, 40 lbs. to waist, above shoulder level to secure doors and other equipment.

5. Hear and respond to auditory stimuli in a busy, crowed environment with or without an earpiece.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Prior experience in a museum setting.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Oversee, instruct and coordinate the activities of Security Officers and Central Station Operators. 2. Conduct daily roll calls, uniform inspections, and departmental training (initial and recurring). 3. Distribute uniforms, radios, and other equipment. Maintain individual records to ensure accountability. 4. Responsible for ensuring Security Officers and Central Station Operators are fully qualified. 5. Offer guidance and support to subordinates for improving work performance. Provide formal counseling as required. Recommend formal discipline as required. 6. Organize and monitor assignments of Security Officers and Central Station Operators. Ensure current and upcoming shifts are properly staffed. 7. Conduct daily post inspections. Act to resolve any discrepancies uncovered. 8. Accomplish daily equipment inspections (including vehicles, radios, telephones, etc), and act to resolve any problems uncovered. 9. Maintain adequate post/station supplies. 10. Perform the duties of other Security Department employees as required (escorts, lock-outs, patrols, answering calls). 11. Enforce the University’s security rules and regulations, and protect persons and property on campus. 12. Remain consistently alert for threats to persons and property. 13. Maintain a security watch and safeguard areas by viewing and operating central security surveillance systems. 14. Receive telephone and radio communications. Dispatch Security Guards, escort vehicles and others as required. 15. Issue and control keys, vehicles, and other equipment. 16. Perform additional functions incidental to security activities. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in relevant field and two years of relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required License(s) or Certification(s) State of Connecticut License for Security Officer (Guard Card).

Job Posting Date

05/01/2026

Job Category

Security

Bargaining Unit

EXC

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade E

Compensation Grade Profile

Hourly Range

$35.64

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

On-site

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

The hiring rate of a role is determined in accordance with the provisions outlined in the respective collective bargaining agreement.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through  their hiring department.

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

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