Security Specialist Shift Lead - Indianapolis, IN

Date Posted: Feb 19, 2026 · Requisition ID: 472729 · Location:Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204 · Work for Indiana · Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the s ...

Job description

Date Posted: Feb 19, 2026

Requisition ID: 472729

Location:Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS):

The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS) is a statewide museum system with 12 locations, including a central museum based in Indianapolis. Our mission is to ignite wonder, inspire curiosity, reveal stories and create connections. Our values are Integrity, Stewardship, Interconnectivity, and Transparency.

Role Overview:

The Full-Time Security Specialist Shift Lead (2nd Shift) plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the safety, security, and operational integrity of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites during evening hours. This position provides direct supervision of on-duty security personnel and contract security staff while serving as the primary security authority during the shift.

Key responsibilities include overseeing evening museum operations, supervising security coverage for special events and public programs, coordinating incident response, conducting patrols, monitoring surveillance systems, enforcing agency policies and procedures, and ensuring proper documentation and reporting of all security-related activities. This role also acts as the liaison between security leadership, facility operations, event staff, and external partners when needed.

This position is ideal for a confident, steady leader who thrives in an active environment and is committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming experience for all visitors, staff, and partners. Top skills include:

• Dependability - Consistently reliable, punctual, and accountable in leadership and operational execution.
• Vigilance - Strong situational awareness with the ability to proactively identify and address security concerns.
• Commitment to Enforcement of Policy & Procedure - Demonstrates professionalism and consistency in upholding ISMHS policies, protocols, and safety standards.

The 2nd Shift Lead typically works evening hours and must be available for weekend work, special events, and occasional overtime based on operational needs.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $46,350 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

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A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are:

• Develop and implement procedures for the security of buildings and grounds to meet the needs of the State Operated Facility.
• Give advice on the implementation of rules and regulations pertaining to parking and traffic, including markings and signage.
• Report status of security and safety to facility management.
• Develop and continually review the standard operation of the security and safety program.
• Develop professional standards for subordinate staff.
• Review all policies and procedures and provides updates to those policies that specifically refer to safety and security.
• Assist in orienting and training new staff.
• Work with local, state, county, federal and other law enforcement personnel to assure a good working relationship between the State Operated Facilities and these organizations.
• Work with other law enforcement agencies to assure security of the grounds against vandalism and crime.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Have extensive knowledge of and ability to apply new developments in security and safety fields and ability to adapt work procedures accordingly.
• Specialized knowledge of law enforcement and security principles that relate to the Homeland Security Law and all safety regulations including Infection Control, Accreditation agencies, OSHA, FEMA and any and all agencies of the state, federal and local agencies as pertains to Safety and Security of employees, patients and visitors on grounds.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and other departments.
• Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to protect self, using physical skills of self-defense as taught by hospital personnel.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department