Assistant Director of Security - Salem, NH - $24+/hr

Assistant Director of Security - Salem, NH

HELP MAKE YOUR WORLD A SAFER PLACE!

Securitas is hiring immediately for an Assistant Director of Security to support our Director of Security and security team in keeping our clients safe in Salem, NH!

Pay: $24-27/hr (salaried position)

Schedule: 2nd shift, 2 pm - 10 pm Saturdays, 10 am - 6 pm Sunday and Mondays, 1 pm - 9 pm Tuesday and Wednesdays (40 hours)

Responsibilities include:

• Under the direction of the Account Manager, this position assists with the coordination of all aspects of executing our security contract at the assigned location, including assigning work tasks to Security Officers and directing their work throughout the day
• First direct supervisory contact for Shift Supervisors or Security Officers, regarding performance, operations, and department needs. Responsible for supervising, motivating, coaching and training
• Responsible for evaluating the work performance of Security Officers and making recommendations regarding assignments
• Responsible for making sure that all post and training information is being properly maintained and updated, and that the work site is being properly maintained, cleaned and organized
• Assists the Account Manager in conducting interviews and evaluating new employees. Responsible for conducting on-the-job training, in coordination with Shift Supervisors, of new employees assigned to post, or when changes to post orders are made.   This may include orientation to the post, review of post orders, routine responsibilities, and how to respond to emergency situations or specific client needs
• Oversees all reports, logs and instructions for the Security Department. Distributes communications and other information to Security Officers at post as directed
• Manages and supervises all sub-units within the Security Department, such as fire control room, command center, and loading docks as applicable to job site. May generate work orders and attached paperwork for extra security coverage requests
• Responds to minor incidents (internal to Security Officers and/or external to client location) that occur, ensuring appropriate action is taken, all reports are properly completed, and appropriate parties are notified in a timely manner
• Identifies any personnel problems occurring at posts, such as payroll issues, employee relations complaints or other concerns, and forward any such issues to Account Manager or Site Supervisor as appropriate. May be responsible for writing a report of the situation or assisting with an investigation, as directed by Account Manager, District Manager or HR Department
• Responsible for making recommendations for counseling and/or disciplinary action, including termination. May be responsible for administering counseling or disciplinary actions (may not make or initiate such decisions on his/her own, but may execute such actions at the specific direction of Account Manager with prior approval from Branch HR management)
• Responds to client or site emergencies as they arise, including ensuring appropriate communication to Account Manager, Site Supervisor, or District Manager. Responsible for maintaining positive client/security relationships through frequent tenant/client contact and support
• May occasionally perform Security Officer job duties on an as-needed basis by standing post, but under no circumstances to exceed more than 50% of time in any given workweek

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or experience required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required. Some college education or business classes desirable!
• Minimum 3 – 5 years of professional-level experience required. Prior experience in the security industry, law enforcement and/or military is strongly preferred.  Experience in scheduling, operations or other functions of security industry a plus
• Ability to obtain a NH Guard Card (includes a $40 application fee) - we will assist you in applying for this upon accepting an offer of employment! You must keep your Guard Card on your person at all times, and properly maintain an active license status as needed
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with