Security Portfolio Manager

Overview

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Job Description

Allied Universal is currently seeking a Client Portfolio Manager to lead a business segment in a designated region. The primary role of the Client Portfolio Manager is to enhance client experiences, build long-term meaningful client relationships, and engage with employees that deliver our services in the field. The individual will meet or exceed operational goals by providing high-quality, professional, competent, and committed service and an outstanding client and employee experience. 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.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to lead a security team in multiple locations, and have the ability to travel. This position is on-site at either the San Diego, Los Angeles, San Mateo, or Seattle locations.

The ideal candidate must meet all the following requirements:

• Must have at least three (3) years of management experience as a security manager or director
• Must have experience and a record of success in mentoring other leaders
• Must have a high proficiency in the understanding and use of different technology platforms, programs or systems including but not limited to access control/badging systems, CCTV, etc.
• Must be able to work outside of business hours when the situation demands 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Caring Leadership, Client Engagement, and Operational Oversight: 

• Set the direction, tone, and client-specific plan for achieving agreed-upon service levels and meeting actionable expectations for delivering measurable results
• Focus on hiring, development, and retention of appropriate security officers and Operations Managers and Field Supervisors overseeing remote managed business
• Communicate high service level expectations consistently to the team to ensure client and employee satisfaction and retention
• Engage regularly with clients to share his/her expertise to enhance the value of Allied Universal's offering
• Assist in coordinating the day-to-day team effort of Operations Managers and other assigned personnel to ensure that services are delivered in a quality and cost-effective manner.
• Work with assigned personnel to ensure that all contractually scheduled hours are met with a minimum of unbilled overtime.
• Coach, counsel, and develop assigned personnel to assist with their opportunity for advancement/promotability
• 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 policies as outlined by the handbooks and executive memos.
• Work with all levels in the organization to identify, analyze and solve problems and create opportunities for continuous improvement
• Act as liaison between Allied Universal and the customer to foster customer intimacy, including travel to/from in person meetings
• Keep records and prepare accurate and timely reports both manually and through automated methods
• Maintain regular attendance to ensure avoidance of unpredictable, frequent, and/or ongoing late arrivals and chronic tardiness
• Actively participate in community and business-related organizations

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• Must possess one or more of the following:
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business or a related field
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice, business or a related field with three (3) years of management experience in a high-volume workforce environment or service industry
• High School diploma with five (5) years of management experience in a high-volume workforce environment or service industry
• Current driver’s license if driving a company vehicle, or personal vehicle in the course of conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events)
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in successfully building and developing teams
• Min