Security Operations Manager

Security Operations Manager

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 collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. Allied Universal is looking for a Security Operations Manager who's ready to lead and protect. Apply today! Allied Universal is currently hiring an Operations Manager that is responsible for staffing, scheduling and processing payroll for all Security Professionals within assigned client sites in the Division or Branch for which the Operations Manager is responsible. Maintains regular communications with Security Professionals, resolving issues regarding pay, morale or complaints. Manages overtime by effective scheduling and making timely, qualified hiring decisions. Takes prompt action to when complaints are received regarding employee performance or conduct, administers disciplinary and coaching actions, and initiates and executes routine termination actions. To support and ensure success in this role, we provide a comprehensive, week-long management onboarding course designed to provide best practices, tools and guidance. Pay Rate: $53,000 per year.

The Ideal Candidate would have experience in the Security Industry, management or supervisory experience, comfortable with technology, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Interviews and hires qualified applicants to fill open post positions in a proactive and timely manner, following company interviewing guidelines.
• Makes initial/conditional job offers (for new employees) and job transfers (for existing employees) using company forms and procedures, offering rates, schedules and benefits in alignment with post contract requirements.
• Creates, modifies and manages post schedules in Winteam to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
• Ensures all positions are staffed according to contract requirements and effectively manages branch overtime through proper scheduling and staffing.
• Receives weekly time-sheets and updates Winteam schedules as necessary (verify such for self-scheduling accounts). Runs bi-weekly payroll according to company procedures.
• Processes requests for final paychecks, anniversary bonuses and other pay related issues, and execute the distribution of such pay. Acts as a Company representative in such matters as unemployment hearings, workers' compensation hearings/depositions, union meetings (where applicable), state agency activities, depositions, and other related liability matters.
• Conducts disciplinary and counseling sessions with Security Professionals as needed in a proactive and professional manner.
• Initiates termination procedures as needed for voluntary and involuntary separations. Executes termination meetings as necessary and complete all follow up documentation according to company standards.
• Maintains regular proactive contact with Security Professionals to ensure all staff is being effectively utilized, properly trained, and ready for placement as needed.
• Maintains high employee morale and low employee turnover through effective and proactive communications and timely problem resolution.
• Ensures a smooth running operation by enforcing post specific policies and procedures through proper communication and training.
• Maintains a well-organized, clean and effective working area, and ensure all daily, weekly and bi-weekly deadlines are consistently met.
• Prepares and runs all required reports as directed by managers, reviews such reports in a timely manner with management team, and takes appropriate action as necessary to address any report discrepancies or operational issues.
• Performs additional projects or tasks as may be directed by managers.

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum three (3) – five (5) years of professional-level experience required, managing non-exempt employees in a fast-paced, service organization
• Must be able to secure a valid Guard License if required by the state in which you are applying. As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a behavioral assessment, all new-hire paperwork, a background/reference evaluation, and a post-offer/pre-employment drug and alcohol test
• May require a current state driver's license and have the ability to safely operate a vehicle; may be required to drive to client sites to address scheduling or employee issues on an as needed basis
• Ability to write effective and concise reports and document investigations and counseling sessions
• Demonstrated working knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office software mandatory
• Demonstrated ability to be very customer service oriented, with the ability to successfully interact with all levels in the organization, including with Security Professionals, Vice Presidents and clients in a courteous and professional manner
• Energetic and focused personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines
• Professional, articulate and able to use good independent judgment and discretion
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior security industry and/or military experience
• College degree or coursework
• Prior experience in the security industry, law enforcement, military and/or customer service
• Experience in scheduling, operations and/or employee management in a service-related industry

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company's 401 (k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal day
• Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.

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