Retail Security Director - Edison, NJ

Securitas•Edison, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Securitas is looking to hire a Director of Security for a retail environment. This role involves performing a variety of management functions for assigned accounts and providing lead direction to Security Supervisors. The ideal candidate will have experience in positions such as Operations Manager, Site Supervisor, or Account Manager. The company emphasizes its global presence, advanced security solutions, and a corporate culture driven by values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a reliable means of communication (i.e., pager or phone).
Must have a reliable means of transportation.
Driver's License with a clean record.
Must have the legal right to work in the United States.
Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English.
Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
SORA License or able to obtain

Nice To Haves

Experience in positions like Operations Manager, Site Supervisor or Account Manager.

Responsibilities

Serves as a key point of client contact to ensure the delivery of high quality customer service for assigned client site(s); evaluates service quality and initiates any necessary corrective action in a timely manner.
Meets regularly with client representatives for status updates; addresses any actual or potential problems; assists line management in negotiation of client contracts; provides support during client start-ups; supports security planning, assessments and surveys; reviews and updates post orders.
Oversees, coordinates with line management, and participates in the recruitment, selection, orientation, training, development and retention of high caliber staff; acts to ensure that each staff member is treated with dignity and respect; plans, assigns, and directs work; coaches employees and carries out disciplinary actions, as necessary.
Assists in development and administration of budget in relation to assigned site.
Maintains a positive, professional environment in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures; acts to ensure that staff members understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
Within scope of client contract and assigned duties, authorizes appropriate expenditures including equipment, supplies, and vehicles; ensures vehicles are properly maintained and administers driver training; acts to ensure that there is an adequate inventory of uniforms, radios, and other supplies and equipment; maintains and submits payroll records and other employee and business information.
Prepares and coordinates staffing schedules for site, in collaboration with line management as necessary; acts to ensure that scheduling is handled effectively to meet client requirements while controlling labor costs; reviews Security Officer site reports to verify post orders and client directives have been satisfactorily followed; personally inspects all posts as part the evaluation of security staff.
Provides input to company initiatives; promptly assists in the resolution of legal, financial, human resources, and administrative issues.
Performs tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for assigned site(s).