Security Operations Manager - 32183

Harvard Protection Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader in security services is seeking a Security Operations Manager to lead and manage security personnel effectively. This dynamic role involves ensuring high-quality service delivery, maintaining compliance with regulations, and fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, relevant security licenses, and a background in law enforcement or corporate security. Join a forward-thinking organization that values its employees and prioritizes customer service, contributing to a safe and secure environment for clients and staff alike.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Savings Plan

Long-term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in law enforcement or corporate security.
• Must possess state-mandated security officer licenses.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead security personnel to ensure quality services.
• Monitor staff performance and maintain operational records.
• Respond to emergencies and oversee compliance matters.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Communication

Time Management

Problem Solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Advanced Education Degree

Criminal Justice Degree

Tools

Computerized Scheduling System

Job description

Security Operations Manager - 32183

Job Site Location

US-IL-Chicago

Requisition ID

2025-32183

Schedule

24/7 Operations

Hire Type

Full-Time

Position Objective

Company Overview:

Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned provider of high-quality security services in the United States. We are an industry leader and are well known for our innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit. Our People are at the center of our Core Values and as a family organization, "we promote respect and embraces diversity."

Our Account Managers support Harvard Protection in our goal of providing best in class security and life safety services. Our Managers are responsible for providing professional customer-focused security and life safety services for the people and the property they protect and our employees that they lead. Site Account Managers are responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of the single customer account(s) they are assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

A true Leadership and Difference making position
• Ensure quality services are provided to meet customer expectations and contract requirements by regularly managing, directing, inspecting, training, coaching, mentoring, and leading security personnel assigned to the facility/building
• Perform operations related functions to include; scheduling, overtime management, review of daily logs and incident reports, training and development of staff
• Monitor and develop staff performance to include supervision, performance evaluations, disciplinary matters, training, scheduling, callouts, and assigning work
• Maintain up to date and accurate timekeeping systems and records for staff
• Provide recommendations for positive and negative personnel actions for those staff members under his/her direct supervision
• Provide immediate response to emergencies and issues that arise
• Follow and coordinate established emergency response, action planning and procedures
• Maintain 24 / 7 availability and to the customer account(s) assigned
• Oversee the Business Continuity Program, while working in collaboration with all teams to ensure support of business continuity requirements for the company and customer account(s)
• Management of compliance and regulatory matters
• Initiate preliminary investigations into incidents
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, as required
• Prepare required weekly, bi-weekly and monthly manager reports
• Facilitate training as required per the contractual agreement; to include CPR/First Aid/AED, additional state, local certifications
• Facilitate any required maintenance of vehicles
• Assist to lead in the procurement process and maintenance of uniforms and equipment
• Maintain professional working relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies
• The essential duties and responsibilities may differ by customer location assigned

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Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• State or municipality mandated security officer licenses
• Candidates should possess some of the following verifiable experiences;
  • Advanced education degree
  • Criminal Justice degree or law enforcement related degree
  • 3-5 years civilian law enforcement, or private or corporate security experience or military experience with a favorable discharge
• Must have a PERC security guard license
• Must have a driver's license
• Must own a vehicle
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize and problem solve
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Additional knowledge within a computerized scheduling operating system is helpful

Compensation

Harvard Protection Services offers a competitive salary structure with health & welfare, dental, vision, life and long-term disability (LTD) insurance, and 401K Savings Plan. The position is a full time, salaried, exempt position.

About Harvard Protection Services:

Harvard Protection Services maintains true to our long-standing belief, Employees First and Customer Service. Our Mission, Vision and Core Values of PEOPLE FIRST, SAFETY, TEAMWORK, CLIENT FOCUS, and ACCOUNTABILITY are representative of this belief with expectations set and supported throughout for all our employees. Our goals set the standard for the industry; to earn our customer's trust, confidence, and business, through maintaining a safe and secure environment. We are recognized by our customers and the industry as a dynamic, employee-centric organization that empowers our team to deliver leading edge service and solutions that creates value for our customers.

Harvard Protection Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Veteran/Disabilities

Salary & Wage Details

50k-80k

Schedule

24/7 Operations