Full-Time

Field Supervisor

Posted on 5/7/2026

Walden Security

Walden Security

1,001-5,000 employees

Contract security guard services for facilities

No salary listed

Birmingham, AL, USA

In Person

Category
Security & Protective Services
Requirements
  • The Field Supervisor must be able to legally carry a firearm in applicable states and/or locations and work as an armed, uniformed officer.
Responsibilities
  • Provides the first line of supervision during those hours when an Operations Staff member is not on duty.
  • Patrols Branch assigned posts and accounts, using a company provided vehicle.
  • Has authority invested in them to make decisions that are in compliance with Walden policies.
  • Has the authority to relieve any security officer that is in violation of Walden rules/regulations/ procedures.
  • Provides shift supervision of all posts and the security officers, including the roving patrols on duty during that time, randomly visiting post/accounts and performing inspections of the security officers manning the posts.
  • Conducts inspections of posts and Security Officers for proper compliance with the specific Post Orders, Walden procedures, and general knowledge of post assignment.
  • Assists in conducting on-the-job-training for newly assigned security officers as necessary.
  • Responds to building/facility and bank alarms upon request throughout the assigned area and ATM alarms as required.
  • Responds to urgent client needs/requests for services or changes to services.
  • Informs the Field Manager or Operations Manager of matters/issues that cannot wait until the next workday.
  • Records the daily events of their post/shift on the Daily Inspection Report (DIR) which will be reviewed daily by the Field Manager or Operations Manager and QA Manager.
  • Fills any post that becomes open during their shift of duty with an off duty security officer.
  • Works the shift of any posts that cannot be filled, until such time as a post qualified security officer can be scheduled.
  • Examines doors, windows, and gates of assigned posts to determine that they are secure.
  • Warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles, and expel persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts.
  • Registers at watch stations to record time of inspection trips and contracted random inspections.
  • Other duties may be assigned by the Field Manager or Operations Manager.

Walden Security provides contract security guard services for commercial properties, government facilities, and residential communities. Its offering includes armed and unarmed security professionals who work under a formal contract to protect sites, supported by an ISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System that guides operations, training, and service delivery. The company staffs more than 6,000 guards across 30 states, demonstrating large-scale coverage and experience. Walden Security sets itself apart through its WBENC-certified Women’s Business Enterprise status, a track record of award-winning business performance, and recognition as a fast-growing company, combined with a strong emphasis on employee satisfaction and quality processes. The goal is to provide dependable security services at multiple sites nationwide while maintaining high standards of service, consistency, and compliance as the company grows.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Founded

1990

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What believers are saying

  • National scale spans 30 states, over 6,000 officers, and multiple client sectors.
  • Leadership additions in Texas and Nashville strengthen regional account expansion.
  • Training reputation supports bids where clients value readiness and compliance.

What critics are saying

  • Guard work remains labor-intensive, making retention and recruiting costs persistently high.
  • Localized licensing requirements, like Florida Class D, constrain staffing speed.
  • A serious use-of-force incident can trigger lawsuits, churn, and contract losses.

What makes Walden Security unique

  • Founded in 1990, Walden Security is privately owned and Chattanooga-headquartered.
  • It combines uniformed officers, remote monitoring, access control, and mobile technology.
  • Award-winning training and ISO 9001:2015 quality systems support standardized service delivery.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Work Hours

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Family Scholarship

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