Security Guard Supervisor

Parking & Transportation has an opening for a full-time, year-round Security Guard Supervisor with an anticipated start date in July. The "Parking Supervisor" coordinates department activities, patrols lots and enforces rules and regulations, and supervises one regular Parking employee and numerous student workers. Tasks are diverse, requiring general knowledge of a variety of areas, such as supervision, rule enforcement, and customer service. Full-time, regular position, 40 hours per week, 5 days per week. Normal daily work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position pays $20.69/hour or applicable transfer rate. Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Supervises staff which includes prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring employees are trained and that they follow policies and procedures; training new personnel and providing ongoing guidance; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and assists with hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations. Communicates with staff, students, faculty and others regarding parking & transportation issues. Responds to questions and complaints; investigates reported parking violations, lot hazards, and other issues of concern. Provides information, takes action, and/or follows up, as appropriate. Enforces parking rules & regulations: patrols lots for violations, issues warnings or citations to violators, authorizes the removal of vehicles by towing as necessary and appropriate. Supports campus lot closures in partnership with Events & Hospitality, UMaine Police, and others. Takes regular lot counts to inventory total and/or available spaces by type and location. Reviews reports and maintains regular records. Analyzes data to monitor trends and develop new enforcement strategies. Performs other duties of a similar nature and level. About the

University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu . The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:

Required:

Typically has the education associated with an associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Minimum two years of supervisory experience Valid Maine driver's license Demonstrated experience performing tasks in an accurate and organized manner in order to apply, monitor, and enforce Parking rules and regulations, and to prepare and maintain related records. A commitment to understanding and applying safe work methods while maintaining a sense of purpose in completing tasks in an efficient and timely manner. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, and the interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with coworkers, supervisors, the campus community and external clients and customers in a pleasant and productive manner. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace, with the ability to perform accurate data entry, maintain well-organized datasets, and apply standard formatting to documents and spreadsheets. Experience providing exemplary customer service and commitment to understanding and exceeding customer expectations with a cheerful sense of urgency. Demonstrated ability to remain calm while dealing with stressful situations. Recordkeeping principles.

Preferred:

Coursework in business, criminal justice, or a related field. Experience using point-of-sale (POS) systems, handheld devices, cameras, and related software applications. Experience in parking and/or security.

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to "Apply" and upload the documentation listed below: 1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on Friday, May 22, 2026. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical. The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/ . Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. You may view the University's Annual Security Report . If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request.

Please contact:

UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.