Assistant Security & Life Safety Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Assistant Security & Life Safety Manager in Calgary to manage the security functions for their properties. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with security regulations, managing staff training, and developing security procedures. Candidates should have experience in a corporate environment and a strong understanding of security laws.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working in the security field, preferably in a corporate office environment.
• Knowledge of electronic access control systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily functions of Security Department.
• Establish policies, procedures, and training for Security Staff.
• Maintain an up-to-date emergency operating manual.

Skills

Communication Proficiency

Customer Focus

Knowledge of Security Laws

CPR Certification

Proficiency with MS Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Security & Life Safety Manager

Job Description Summary

Responsible to ensure overall security for buildings/properties in accordance with State and Federal laws and regulations and company policies, procedures, and standards

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage daily functions of Security Department
• Establish policies, procedures, and training for Security Staff
• Develop and evaluate security procedures to ensure compliance with State and Federal Laws and Regulations and company policies, procedures, and standards
• Manage the development of security systems
• Evaluate the efficiency of systems and processes and make recommendations relating to security issues
• Develop, analyze and implement technical aspects of safety and accident policies and procedures
• Maintain accurate records relating to incidents and investigations
• Manage alarm and key control systems
• Maintain an up-to-date emergency operating manual
• Lead in the development of emergency response plans
• Conduct routine investigations
• Respond to security issues and problems by implementing solutions and escalating matters accordingly
• Compile data and generate reports

KEY COMPETENCIES

1. Customer Focus
2. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)

IMPORTANT EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE

3+ years of experience working in the security field, preferably in a corporate office environment

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
• CPR Certified
• Knowledge of electronic access control systems
• Knowledge of Security State and Federal Laws and Regulations
• Ability to maintain applicable licensing requirements
• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license
• Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to travel from floor to floor, climb stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly use hands to operate office machinery and regularly required to walk, talk, and hear.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, C&W takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need the job posting in an alternative format or any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, please email your request to [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. Cushman & Wakefield s’engage à respecter l’équité en matière d’emploi. Notre objectif est d’offrir un milieu de travail diversifié, inclusif et exempt d’obstacles. Si vous êtes une personne handicapée et que vous avez besoin de recevoir l’offre d’emploi dans un autre format ou d’accéder à toute autre mesure d’adaptation au cours du processus d’embauche, veuillez soumettre votre demande par courriel à [e-mail]. Veuillez mentionner le titre de poste et le lieu de travail au moment de communiquer avec nous. INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”