Security Supervisor

Position Summary

Forest Park Forever is seeking an experienced, and community-minded Security Supervisor to lead a comprehensive security program at The Glade in Forest Park. This newly created supervisory role is responsible for protecting personnel, visitors, volunteers, assets, and facilities across a 22 acre diverse environment within Forest Park that includes offices, recreational sites, public parkland, and occasional high-profile events.

The Security Supervisor will implement forward-thinking security strategies that integrate law enforcement experience with private-sector best practices for cultural and institutional organizations. This role requires a collaborative leader who can build and supervise a professional team of security ambassadors to provide a secure environment in the Glade. This individual will also forge strong partnerships across public agencies, park stakeholders, and internal teams while fostering a safe, welcoming, and service-oriented environment.

Why Join Forest Park Forever?

This is a rare opportunity to help build a comprehensive security program from the ground up in one of the nation’s most iconic urban parks. The Security Supervisor will play a critical leadership role in ensuring Forest Park remains safe, welcoming, and accessible—while helping shape the future of public safety in a dynamic and highly visible civic space.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Program Development

• Assist FPF security leadership with the day-to-day implementation of a comprehensive security strategy at The Glade.
• Assist FPF security leadership with evaluating risk and implementing security strategies across all Glade operations, including offices, facilities, park areas, and events.
• Staff, schedule, rate and supervise day-to-day operations of all security personnel at The Glade including establishing post orders and patrols for adequate security coverage of the venue.
• Provide regular on-site oversight of security policy implementation when needed at the Glade and elsewhere as directed by security leadership.
• Enforce policies, procedures, and emergency response plans tailored to both FPF indoor and outdoor environments.
• Enforce security standards aligned with nonprofit, municipal, and public-space best practices. Assist FPF security leadership in managing physical security technologies and systems at the Glade and with implementation of a site-specific security plan for The Glade.
• Supervise all security resources including personnel and technology at The Glade to provide employees and guests with a safe and secure environment for an open high-volume visitor venue.
• Coordinate with Glade based visitor service representatives, vendors, food and beverage operators, volunteers and other FPF staff to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.
• Oversee licensing requirements for team members.
• Assist in providing Security Awareness training for staff members.

Glade Event Security

• Assist FPF security leadership with security planning and execution for Glade events.
• Assist FPF security leadership with implementation of Emergency Action Plans for all Glade outdoor events.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure safe, well-managed Glade events prior to and during these events.

Leadership & Culture

• Assist FPF security leadership with building and leading a team of Glade Security Ambassadors.
• Implement and oversee training in de-escalation, emergency response, and customer service.
• Promote and direct a visible, engaging, and professional security staff.

Risk, Compliance & Investigations

• Oversee Glade incident reporting and preliminary investigations.
• Ensure compliance with established security policies and procedures.
• Assist FPF security leadership to manage third-party security vendors and contracts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and some additional post high school education.
• 5+ years in law enforcement and/or security operations.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience and demonstrated ability to build teams, programs, and partnerships.
• Familiarity with risk management, emergency planning, and physical security systems and concepts.
• Good communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• High integrity and professional credibility.
• Familiarity with Windows/Microsoft.
• Familiarity with incident reporting/case management.
• Familiarity with video software/camera systems.
• License(s): Valid Drivers License

Preferred

• College degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPP).
• Emergency medical response or first aid training
• Law enforcement experience.
• Experience in leading others responsible for security and emergency response
• Multilingual a plus.
• Experience working in the private sector or corporate environments.
• Experience providing security measures for large-scale events.
• Corporate Security Advisor License (CSA).

Physical Work Requirements / Work Conditions

• Constantly operates computers and other office equipment.
• Frequently works in an indoor office environment.
• Occasionally required to traverse the park over uneven terrain.
• Occasionally performs various duties outside in extreme temperatures.
• Occasionally moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Visual ability to see near and distant objects and the ability to distinguish basic colors.
• Ability to hear, understand, and follow oral and written instructions over radio, telephone, and in-person.

Work Environment

• Office, indoor public gathering, dining and recreation spaces, outdoor park, and event settings.
• Evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.