Service Manager
Listed on 2026-01-05
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Security
IT Specialist -
Management
Data Science Manager, IT Specialist
Service Manager
Job Location s
US-MO-Kansas City
Category (Portal Searching)
Management
Business UnitAUS
OverviewCompany Overview:
Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
Job DescriptionAllied Universal is hiring a Service Manager. As a Service Manager, you are the driving force behind daily security operations, ensuring the safety and well-being of the people and places you protect. You will lead from the front-guiding, developing, and motivating your team of security officers and supervisors to deliver exceptional service. This is your opportunity to lead with purpose, make a real impact, and create a safer environment for those who count on you.
Why Join Allied Universal?
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Caring Leadership, Client Engagement, and Operational Oversight:
- Recruit, train, schedule, and manage supervisors and officers; execute payroll, performance evaluations, and employee relations to build high-performing, engaged security teams
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring high-quality service that enhances the protection of people and property
- Leverage Allied Universal's AI technology and Business Intelligence platforms to track metrics, optimize employee schedules, and reduce non-billed overtime to achieve operational efficiency, productivity, revenue growth, cash collections, and profitability
Ensure all security protocols and standards are consistently upheld; operate independently to manage frontline supervisors and security officers, meeting client-specific contractual hours while proactively minimizing unbilled overtime
Safety and Compliance:
- Respond to escalated issues professionally, coordinating with clients and internal teams
- Maintain training, safety, and operational standards while managing uniforms, equipment, and supplies
QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):
- Must possess one of the following:
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business, or a related field with a minimum of two (2) years of professional level experience managing hourly employees in a fast-paced service organization
- Associate's degree in criminal justice, business, or a related field with a minimum of three (3) years of professional level experience managing hourly employees in a fast-paced service organization
- High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of five (5) years of professional level experience managing hourly employees in a fast-paced service organization
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
- Valid driver's license if driving a company vehicle, or personal vehicle while conducting business
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in business operations, security management, or supervising teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in leading development, and retaining a diverse team while building positive client relationships
- Knowledge of emergency preparedness, physical security protocols, risk assessments, and law enforcement coordination
- Skilled In managing a large and dispersed team that fosters teamwork, Innovation, agility, client relations and achieving desired results
- Ability to maintain a profitable book of business by cross-collaborating and utilizing results-oriented problem-solving skills to meet both client and employee growth and satisfaction
- Proven ability to evaluate situations, make sound independent decisions, and resolve conflicts in an efficient manner
- Proficiency in web-based applications and computer systems, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients and employees while managing multiple projects and driving operational excellence
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of safety protocols and delivery service
- Experience with (BI) Business Intelligence tools for metrics analysis, reporting, automation, and presentations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):
- Professional, articulate and able to use good independent judgment and discretion
- Experience managing a dispersed workforce in a multi-location operation
- Law enforcement, military and/or contract or proprietary security services, or facility management experience
- American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS), International Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification
- Previous payroll, billing and scheduling experience
- Aptitude with security systems; CCTV, Access Control, and badge administration
- Graduate of certified public safety academy (e.g., Law Enforcement, Firefighter/Paramedic, Corrections Officer)
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance
- Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
- Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused…
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