Security Account Manager Retail

About the role

Allied Universal is looking to hire a Security Account Manager. The Security Account Manager job is accountable for day-to-day operations of an assigned account, including hiring, training, disciplining and terminating staff. Build, improve and maintain relationships with clients and employees: develop & retain staff; coordinate needed support services and solve problems to effectively run the account. Meet or exceed financial & operational goals; provide quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the day to day security operations of an assigned client site
• Manage a team of security officers, site and/or shift supervisors including hiring/selection, scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, development and support
• Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with both client and employees
• Coordinate necessary support services to effectively manage client site to meet or exceed financial and operational goals and provide quality customer service
• Ensure all required reporting and contract compliance requirements are met
• Handle any escalated security issues or emergency situations appropriately
• Communicate staffing needs via Requisition Form; assist recruiters in identifying, interviewing and hiring quality candidates
• Develop staff in both technical and professional skills through performance management (coaching, counseling, disciplining, MSO training, annual formal performance evaluations, recognition, etc.)
• Assure that employee grievances are heard and resolved (with help from appropriate support employees, as required) and that personnel records are updated and accurate (Change of Status forms, rosters, etc.)
• Communicate staffing needs via Requisition Form; assist recruiters in identifying, interviewing and hiring quality candidates
• Manage uniforms, equipment, supplies and vehicles utilized at the account(s), maintaining appropriate inventories and maintenance checklists
• Take a proactive role in communicating with the client and meeting his needs; meet with regularly, listen to issues, provide security and technical expertise and solutions
• Capably utilize WinTeam for scheduling and billing, and to produce reports (such as Scheduling Activity, invoice Aging by tiers, Training Summary and Training Detail reports) that require interpretation and action for effective business management
• Enforce Allied Universal policies as outlined in the handbooks, executive memos and on the portal

Qualifications

• Four year degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration or related field
• Previous Contract Security, facilities management, military or law enforcement experience
• At least 2 years of business management/operations/supervisory experience (depending on size/scope of client)
• Ability to develop and grow customer relationships
• Experience in hiring, developing, motivating and retaining quality staff
• Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills required
• Ability to work in a team-oriented management environment with the ability to work independently
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, complex situations, a diverse team of employees and client requirements on an ongoing basis
• Previous payroll, billing and scheduling experience preferred
• Ability to work in a team-oriented management environment while having an entrepreneurial attitude

Key Competencies

• Staff Management
• Financial Management
• Integrity
• Problem Solving
• Conflict Management
• Time Management
• Customer Focus
• Timely Decision Making
• Motivating and Directing Others
• Drive for Results

Pay

$106,932.80 starting salary

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate client needs