Director of Security

Overview

Kent Services is a family-owned security, technology and building services firm with a renowned history of delivering unparalleled services through our close to 2,000 employees who cover the entire continental US.

We offer an array of careers that deliver a rewarding experience, great benefits and professional growth and development.

We challenge our colleagues each step of the way and provide them with the tools to succeed and accomplish their personal and professional goals.

Together, we can deliver the highest quality of service to each of our customers and put you on the career path you have been looking for.

State License B0001317

Job Skills / Requirements

Kent Services is a large business in Miami, FL. We are professional, collaborative and bold.

HOW TO APPLY : Apply in Person :

Apply in Person :

5201 Blue Lagoon Dr. Suite 818B, Miami, FL 33126

Call to schedule your interview : 305-713-0823

Kent Services is looking for a Director of Security to provide high quality security services.

Requirements

• Supervise and monitor activities on property to deter and prevent theft, sabotage, fire, accidents, and respond to calls for assistance.
• Enforce security procedures and maintain standard of service
• Serve as training officer to new security staff.
• Follow new hire training program and checklist.
• Assess, evaluate, and record counseling, coaching, mentoring and performance evaluations accordingly.
• Ensure overnight security registers vehicles performing any daily deliveries or transportation services to track inbound or outbound delayed exits.
• Responsible for schedules, ensure hours are accurate and call outs are covered.
• Monitor, address, resolve and supervise payroll reporting, payroll discrepancies, timekeeping, post coverage, attrition, scheduling, requests for time off, and communicate with all appropriate departments by following proper channels and submitting forms for approval and processing.
• Monitor deggy rounds (proxy) for all zones in real time and submit report.
• Ensure no loitering and motion cameras being monitored by security officers.
• Address any hazardous or issues that may include trash on right of way, loud music, double parking, vehicle burglary or any other suspicious activity.
• Write reports on accidents, incidents, suspicious activities, safety and fire hazards and other security related situations.
• Monitor and resolve all log entries timely and efficiently.
• Provide needed assistance to customers, residents, employees and visitors in accordance to company or department procedures.
• Act as liaison between security officers, client, property manager, Kent Management, and office staff.
• Communicate and facilitate open lines of communication with District Manager, Operation Manager, Human Resources, Property Manager, Client Representatives and Corporate Office Departments;

promote good client relations internally, externally and in daily interactions with outside vendors, contractors, service providers and representatives.

Perform other related duties, as may be assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, Security or Law Enforcement training and / or experience.

Must have an active security officer license.

Must be bilingual (English & Spanish)

Must have a good working knowledge of security operations, safety practices, and capacity to work in varied places and locations.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff, company and the public, to understand and follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s), to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance, to write necessary incident reports, make various log entries, investigate incidents, make independent good judgment decisions within proper policy or procedure.

Minimum 1-2 years of supervisory experience and working knowledge of Post Orders, security operations standards and procedures and good understanding of schedules and schedule matrix, shift and payroll operations, 24 / 7 operations, as well as good people skills, communications skills, diplomacy and tact.

Act as role model, lead by personal example, encourage teamwork and cooperation, remain calm, cool, and collected under any circumstance, handle conflict and resolve issues with tact and diplomacy

Use caution and discretion when faced with crisis, always avoid physical confrontation, seek assistance from management and / or law-enforcement personnel.

Use your best judgment and ensure the staff is trained, re-trained and follows post orders and SOP’s at all times

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $23.00 per hour

Schedule :

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s) :

Are you willing and able to work double shifts and cover shifts that are not part of your schedule?

Experience :

• Security : 3-5 years (Required)
• Supervisor Experience 1-2 years (Required)
• High end security or concierge in residential or commercial property preferred

Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401K / 403b Plan