Chief Security Guard Jobs in Wilmington, DE

A Chief Security Guard plays a critical role in the security industry. Their main responsibility is to oversee the security operations within an organization or facility. This includes developing and implementing security protocols, supervising a team of security personnel, conducting security audits, and responding to security emergencies. They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal security laws and regulations and often liaise with law enforcement agencies.

Key skills for a Chief Security Guard include strong leadership and communication skills, the ability to respond effectively to high-pressure situations, and a keen understanding of security systems and technologies. They should ideally have certifications such as the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) from ASIS International. Prior to becoming a Chief Security Guard, a person might have roles such as Security Guard, Security Officer, or Security Supervisor, gaining experience in various aspects of security operations.

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Security Supervisor

  • New Castle, DE (6 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Castle, DE (6 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago

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Security Shift Supervisor - Wharton School

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and...

Security Shift Supervisor-Full Time- 2nd shift- $23/hr (#86)

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 4 days ago

Security Shift Supervisor-Full Time- 2nd shift- $23/hr (#86) Wilmington, DE, United States of America $23.00 -$23.00 Back Back Overview Join one of the fastest-growing and largest privately held...

Concierge Shift Supervisor

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago

OB SNAPSHOT Job Ti tle: Security Shift Supervisor (Night Shift) Location: South Philadelphia, PA 19112 Environment: Vehicle Lot Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour Who is GardaWorld? GardaWorld is the worlds...

Public Safety Supervisor- Part Time - Evening Shift - Mercy Fitzgerald

  • Darby, PA (18 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Darby, PA (18 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago

Enforce applicable federal, state and local laws Assist with leadership functions, to include scheduling, training, hiring, mentoring, discipline Patrol buildings and grounds, inspect doors, windows...

Security Shift Supervisor ACE

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and...

Senior Security Officer

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 8 days ago

Patrol grounds in security vehicle as assigned. Responsible for security responsibilities at any assigned post when requested. Promotes outstanding interdepartmental and customer relations....

Security Site Supervisor - Corporate office environment

  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 9 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 9 days ago

This may include accompanying guards on patrols to assess their performance and verify adherence to security rules....

Security Shift Supervisor - One Liberty

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 10 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 10 days ago

security surveys and post orders Make recommendations for positive and negative personnel actions for those under their direct supervision Oversee staffing, scheduling and on-site training for security...

Shift Supervisor - Drexel University

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 days ago

security surveys and post orders Make recommendations for positive and negative personnel actions for those under their direct supervision Oversee staffing, scheduling and on-site training for security...

Security Field Supervisor

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 12 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 12 days ago

Duties include, but are not limited to monitoring and reporting all activity, conducting foot patrols, vehicular patrols, golf cart patrols, and/or bicycle patrol of applicable interior and/or exterior...

Security Site Supervisor - Experience Required

  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 12 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 12 days ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and...

Security Site Supervisor - Erie Avenue

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 13 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 13 days ago

Security /Law Enforcement/Military Experience $18.00 Per Hour Weekly Pay!...

Security Shift Supervisor - Erie Avenue - Experience Required

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 13 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and...

Security Site Supervisor - Weekdays

  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 17 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 17 days ago

Overview Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and...

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in Wilmington, DE offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.4%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
9.5%
Some College
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%


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