Facility Security Coordinator

PINKERTON | Comprehensive Risk Management; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinkerton | Comprehensive Risk Management is seeking a Facilities Security Coordinator to oversee the security department at a client site and ensure compliance with security programs. You will supervise personnel, coordinate investigations, and maintain communication with management and external agencies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent security experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse teams. Travel to client sites is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, with law enforcement, military, and/or security experience preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Able to carry out responsibilities with little or no supervision.
• Client oriented and results driven.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with good follow-up skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent Pinkerton’s core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Facility Security Manager.
• Coordinate responses to requests for security and investigation services.
• Assist in coordinating and/or performing investigations as required.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the security department at the client site.
• Evaluate risk and ensure adequate coverage for client sites.
• Review and audit weekly billing and manage overtime scheduling.
• Oversee scheduling of security personnel for events and training.
• Inspect security posts and ensure post procedures and emergency listings are up to date.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and respond to emergencies.
• Communicate status of emergencies to management and client personnel.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client focus

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Follow-up

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

170+ Years Strong. Industry Leader. Global Impact. At Pinkerton, the mission is to protect our clients. To do this, we provide enterprise risk management services and programs specifically designed for each client. Pinkerton employees are one of our most important assets and critical to the delivery of world-class solutions. Bonded together, we share a commitment to integrity, vigilance, and excellence. Pinkerton is an inclusive employer who seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our network of industry subject matter experts. The Facilities Security Coordinator, assigned to a specific client, will oversee the coordination and management of the security department's daily operations. The Coordinator ensures compliance with security agreements, evaluates site risks, and maintains effective communication with management and external agencies. This role involves guiding the security team, administering training and scheduling, and providing timely incident and investigation reports to enhance overall security services.

Responsibilities

• Represent Pinkerton’s core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Facility Security Manager.
• Coordinate responses to requests from individual facilities for security and investigation services.
• Assist in coordinating and/or performing investigations as required.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the security department at the client site.
• Research and provide recommendations on the implementation of best practices and other key initiatives.
• Evaluate risk and ensure adequate coverage for client sites, including compliance with procedures and the client’s security program, and provide recommendations to the Facility Security Manager.
• Review and audit weekly billing of baseline and service request hours and take corrective actions.
• Assist the Facility Security Manager in the approval of overtime scheduling to control security costs and overtime.
• Oversee the scheduling of security personnel for all facility special events, ensuring service requests and training requirements are met.
• Inspect each security post regularly, check for post housekeeping, Post Procedure Manual, and necessary emergency call listings.
• Ensure inspection of all fire and emergency equipment if applicable, and maintain records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Provide guidance and direction to all supervisors and Facility Security Agents, especially in emergency response situations.
• Promote a proactive attitude in meeting the security and safety needs of the client.
• Ensure proactive and appropriate communication with management regarding the status of emergency situations.
• Monitor daily the content and quality of reports prepared by security personnel and provide guidance as necessary.
• Evaluate site information, occurrences, and incidents, and communicate information to Pinkerton management and appropriate client site personnel.
• Develop, maintain, and coordinate effective communication with outside emergency agencies.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, preferred, with law enforcement, military, and/or security experience.

• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Able to carry out responsibilities with little or no supervision.
• Client orientated and results driven.
• Problem resolution skills.
• Attentive to details and accuracy.
• Effective written and ver bal communication skills.
• Serve as an effective team member.
• Effective follow -up skills.
• Computer skills; Microsoft Office.

Working Conditions

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions;

• Regular computer usage.
• Occasional reaching and lifting of small objects and operating office equipment.
• Frequent sitting.
• Travel, as required.

Pinkerton is an equal opportunity employer to all applicants and positions without regard to race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/prenatal status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any protected status by local, state, federal or country-specific law.