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Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Security Service Manager

Security Guarding & PatrolConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeColumbia, SC, USA$44.1kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must have a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business, or a related field and at least two years of professional-level experience managing hourly employees in a fast-paced service organization; or an associate's degree in those fields and at least three years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least five years of experience.
  • May need to meet state or local licensing requirements before employment.
  • Must have a valid driver's license when driving a company or personal vehicle for business.
  • Must have at least two years of experience in business operations, security management, or supervising teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must have experience leading, developing, and retaining a diverse team while building positive client relationships.
  • Must know emergency preparedness, physical security protocols, risk assessments, and law enforcement coordination.
  • Must be skilled in managing a large, dispersed team and fostering teamwork, innovation, agility, client relations, and desired results.
  • Must be able to maintain a profitable book of business through cross-collaboration and results-oriented problem-solving that supports client and employee growth and satisfaction.
  • Must be able to evaluate situations, make sound independent decisions, and resolve conflicts efficiently.
  • Must be proficient in web-based applications and computer systems, including Microsoft Office.
  • Must communicate effectively with clients and employees while managing multiple projects and driving operational excellence.
  • Must have knowledge of safety protocols and delivery service.
  • Must have experience with business intelligence tools for metrics analysis, reporting, automation, and presentations.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure security protocols and standards are consistently upheld, independently manage frontline supervisors and security officers, meet client-specific contractual hours, and proactively minimize unbilled overtime.
  • Recruit, train, schedule, and manage supervisors and officers; execute payroll, performance evaluations, and employee relations to build engaged, high-performing security teams.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and provide service that protects people and property.
  • Use the company's artificial intelligence technology and business intelligence platforms to track metrics, optimize employee schedules, reduce non-billed overtime, and support operational efficiency, productivity, revenue growth, cash collections, and profitability.
  • Respond professionally to escalated issues and coordinate with clients and internal teams.
  • Maintain training, safety, and operational standards, and manage uniforms, equipment, and supplies.

Desired Qualifications

  • Should be professional and articulate and exercise sound independent judgment and discretion.
  • Experience managing a dispersed workforce in a multi-location operation is preferred.
  • Law enforcement, military, contract or proprietary security services, or facility management experience is preferred.
  • American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification is preferred.
  • Previous payroll, billing, and scheduling experience is preferred.
  • Aptitude with security systems, including closed-circuit television (CCTV), access control, and badge administration, is preferred.
  • Graduation from a certified public safety academy, such as law enforcement, firefighter/paramedic, or corrections officer training, is preferred.

About the Company

Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Allied Universal is a large security and facilities services provider that protects people and property at client sites. Its offerings include on-site security guards, mobile patrols, risk assessments, and janitorial and facilities support, delivered by trained staff with supporting technology. The company stands out for its massive scale and wide footprint, created by merging AlliedBarton with Universal Services of America and later acquiring G4S to become the world’s largest private security provider. Its goal is to be the leading fully integrated security and facilities partner for customers across North America and beyond.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Irvine, CA
Founded
1957

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