Security Area Manager - Columbus

ADP, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation

Job summary

Ohio Support Services (OSS) is seeking a Security Area Manager for Columbus to oversee security operations, emergencies, and client interaction across multiple sites. The role includes staffing posts, coordinating patrols, and ensuring safety protocols are followed on a 24/7 basis.

The position emphasizes air-tight attention to safety, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate security systems and public address functionality in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Flexibility with 24/7 schedule and ability to multi-task.
• Neat, well-groomed appearance and strong customer service.
• Excellent English written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Direct initial reactions to emergencies and decide on actions.
• Schedule personnel to ensure posts are staffed.
• Process bi-weekly payroll for site staff.
• Conduct site inspections and interact with clients and their employees.
• Respond to emergencies including medical, fire, weather events, assaults, thefts.
• Render first aid/ CPR as trained and monitor life safety equipment.
• Maintain access control and sign in visitors as required.
• Operate vehicles for patrols and use public address during emergencies.
• Monitor CCTV and weather alerts; communicate with management.

Skills

Emergency response

Staff scheduling

Payroll processing

Site inspections

Client interaction

CCTV monitoring

Public address operations

Access control

Emergency communication

Security software proficiency

Job description

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Security Area Manager - Columbus

OPERATIONS Full Time Manager Columbus, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 12229

Salary: $52,000.00 Annually

About Us

Ohio Support Services (OSS) is a regionally recognized contract security service firm that provides the highest levels of customized security programs to corporate headquarters, industrial and distribution centers, multi-tenant properties, medical centers, Special Improvement Districts, and educational institutions. Since its founding in 1978 OSS has set the standard for the industry: designing and implementing superior, comprehensive, and cost-effective security programs.

Security Area Manager Duties & Responsibilities:

• Direct Initial reactions to fire and medical emergencies – includes making 911 call decisions
• Schedule personnel – ensure all posts adequately staffed
• Process bi-weekly payroll
• Complete site inspections
• Interact with client and client employees
• Patrol the interior/exterior of the property on foot at regular and random intervals. (Minimum 4 hours per shift).
• Respond to emergencies, including: medical, fire and weather-related emergencies as well as assaults, thefts and disputes between people.
• Render First aid and/or C.P.R. assistance to the extent of the officers’ training.
• Monitor fire and other life safety equipment located in the control center.
• Remain awake, alert and attentive while on duty.
• Operate a vehicle as necessary for patrol.
• Monitor closed circuit television. Looking for suspicious and/or theft activity, horseplay, smoke/fire, etc.
• Monitor weather radio to alert management when weather threatens the facility.
• Control/limit access to the facility at entry points.
• Instruct visitors to sign in and issue them an identification badge, as appropriate.
• Answer, screen and route phone calls to the appropriate parties.
• Issue and account for keys assigned to the security department, if required.
• Be able to make building announcements using public address system during emergencies.
• Be courteous, polite and professional in dealing with our customers, and their employees, visitors and vendors.
• Follow and enforce client and company rules and regulations in a firm but courteous manner.
• Perform other security related duties as assigned.

Security Area Manager Requirements :

• Flexible with schedule – managing 24/7 business
• Ability to multi-task
• Neat and well-groomed appearance.
• Provide a high level of courtesy and customer service.
• Commitment to safety at all times .
• Good computer skills, including the following: able to use a keyboard to correctly input information accurately and efficiently into software programs; able to navigate various software applications and the internet/intranet; able to write and send emails; able to restart/reboot computers and printers; possess a reasonable general working knowledge of computers.
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills, including the proper use of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
• Able to collapse revolving doors and assist with evacuation.
• Able to operate Fire Panel to include: Acknowledging alarms, silencing alarms, re-setting pane, bypassing floors and disarming individual points.
• Able to follow verbal and written directions from client personnel and OSS Supervisory/Management personnel.
• Have the ability learn to work with computer alarm monitoring systems.
• Be able to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.
• Able to walk, sit or stand for up to 8 hours at a time.
• Able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Willing to work overtime when asked or directed.
• Must embody vigilance, diligence, and integrity.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple simultaneous tasks/priorities alone. For example: Handling access control, phone calls and alarm situations at the same time.

Security Area Manager Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Vacation

#Drug-free workplace

Ohio Support Services is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Our commitment extends beyond preventing discrimination and harassment; it’s about creating an environment where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued. We believe in the power of our people, the ideas they bring, and what we can accomplish together.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all state & federal requirements, it is the policy of Ohio Support Services to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Ohio Support Services also provides reasonable accommodations as required under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) for limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Recruitment Team [phone].