SUMMARY
Account Managers manage, supervise, and coordinate the activities of all assigned Security Officers at the field level, and execute all tasks related to maintaining prescribed standards in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures. Our clients range from Class-A Office Buildings, Luxury Residential Properties, Distilleries, Fortune 500 Companies, Financial Institutions, Telecommunications Companies, manufacturing and industrial factories, Hospitals, and many others.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned by the Branch General Manager / Senior Operations Manager.
Maintains security operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, and image.
Provides input to the development of service strategy and research and development of new and emerging services
Maintains accountability for ensuring the successful implementation of new contract start-up, including personnel requirements, materials, training, subcontract, facility, tooling, and equipment needs.
Takes a proactive approach in meeting client needs; meets with clients regularly, listens to issues, provides security and technical expertise, and offers solutions. Ensure complete customer satisfaction
Ensures all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met
Organizes operating activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum service and utilization of human resources and equipment; creates action plans around key problem areas and constraints
Reviews service and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational, service, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent lost coverage
Performs administrative activities associated with the effective management of assigned account operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving data for reports
Partners with Human Resources to ensure thorough training of all assigned employees in client, company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations. Coordinates and/or conducts site-specific OJT, client-specific training, and annual refresher training for security personnel, as well as meets corporate training standards
Meets all contractual scheduled hours with a minimum of unbilled overtime. Ensures that overtime costs are managed effectively within the company's targets
Reconciles security logs against shift responsibilities and patrols; reviews incident reports before submitting to the client, and coordinates preliminary investigations\
Performs account audits and off-hour visits, completing required documentation
Develops/maintains operational procedures so that valid, site-specific post orders are always available for reference by the security staff
Manages uniforms, equipment, supplies & vehicle needs at each client site; maintains inventory of equipment
Maintains responsibility for assigned account(s) and security personnel seven days a week. Although supervision is in place, the Account Manager must be available via cell phone for emergency or placement purposes. All contacts/calls must be responded to promptly.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages 1-5 subordinates who supervise up to 100 employees of said account/posts. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the sites. Also, directly supervises approximately 100 hourly employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
COMPETENCY
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies (minimum of 5):
Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures; Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - speaks very clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in various meetings.
Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; is fully committed to the Quality Management System (QMS).
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work promptly; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; adapts to new product introduction, emergent business needs, and business evolution.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Goal and detail-oriented.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Associate's degree and a minimum of two years of management experience in security or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Microsoft Office software, eHub (preferred), and working knowledge of Internet programs.
Valid State Driver's License, CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (if applicable).
Valid Security Officer License if required by the state.
State Armed License, Certification in the use of weapons if required.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug test.
Available as needed to meet business needs.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos using the English language.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees or organizations.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos using the English language.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts with basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with accuracy.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
COMPUTER SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual should know about Contact Management systems, Internet software, Inventory software, Payroll systems, MS Office Project Management software, and intermediate to advanced MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) software skills.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Current/valid state driver's license.
CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Available 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Travel up to 50% to inspect assigned accounts/posts or corporate travel as needed.
Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, the ability to adjust focus, and the ability to see and distinguish basic colors.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
OTHER TASKS
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
WaldenWay
Pay Rate
$20.19-$20.19 USD
We offer every employee - from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals - unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.
So if you're ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation's most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans status, or disability. EOE / AAP Employer / Minorities / Females / Vet / Disabled. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
