Chief Security Guard Jobs in Southfield, MI

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 Operations Manager

  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Further, a concentration in Security Management is preferred. A minimum of 2 years prior experience as a security manager or above in government or corporate service is highly desirable....

CCA Security Supervisor MI

  • Pontiac, MI (11 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pontiac, MI (11 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : Pontiac (21306) - Pontiac, MI Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $23.95 - $24.00 Hourly Job Shift : Any Job Category : Field Description Qualifications

Crowd Manager Supervisor

  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Experience-Current or former law enforcement command experience at a level equivalent to Sargent or above, to include local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, the TSA, Customs and Border Patrol...

Stellantis Security Operations Manager

  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 7 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Primary on-site liaison between Securitas Security Services and client senior management General Operations management; review post orders and make recommendations to corporate...

Security Operations Manager

  • Southfield, MI
  • 12 days ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 12 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 - Afternoon Shift

  • Shelby Township, MI (19 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Shelby Township, MI (19 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Allied Universal®, North America’s 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

  • Dearborn, MI (14 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI (14 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 15 days ago

security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner Conduct regular and random patrols...

Security Shift Supervisor Temporary

  • Dearborn, MI (14 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI (14 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 18 days ago

security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner Conduct regular and random patrols...

Security Field Supervisor Multiple Sites

  • Dearborn, MI (14 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI (14 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 23 days ago

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

Security Field Supervisor Full Time

  • Southfield, MI
  • 25 days ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 25 days ago

Allied Universal, North America's 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 - Warehouse

  • Wixom, MI (13 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wixom, MI (13 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Area Supervisor

  • Redford, MI (8 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Redford, MI (8 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has...

Security Supervisor

  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

Join the best game in town! You already know that MotorCity is a great place to play. Now you can join the team that makes this a great place to work, too! As Security Supervisor, you'll provide...

Chrysler - Security Shift Supervisor

  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

Shift Supervisor We help make your world a safer place. Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47...

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Salary for Chief Security Guard Jobs in Southfield, MI

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Highest Education Level

Chief Security Guards in Southfield, MI offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.2%
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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