Security Operations Manager

Security Operations Manager

Chicago, Illinois Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Afternoon, Evening, Morning, Overnight Req ID: 2026-1606990 Work Days Available: Monday - Friday, Saturday - Sunday Date posted: 06/04/2026

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Lead with Purpose. Make an Impact. Build Something That Matters.

Step into a role where leadership meets real-world impact. As an Operations Manager with Allied Universal in Chicago, you won't just manage operations-you'll shape the safety, performance, and success of an entire security program. This is more than a management role. It's your chance to take ownership, lead a team that depends on you, and deliver results that clients see and feel every day. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy leading people, and want your work to truly matter-this is where you step up.

What You Need to Know

• Location: Downtown Chicago

• Salary: $52,000 / annually

Allied Universal is hiring an Operations Manager. The Operations Manager is a central leader in ensuring successful delivery of security services across assigned client sites. This role oversees frontline hiring, staffing, scheduling, training, and operational compliance while serving as a critical support and escalation point for employees and clients. The Operations Manager will champion high‑quality service, workforce stability, and operational consistency by proactively addressing performance concerns, maintaining contractual staffing levels, and building strong client relationships Why Join Allied Universal?

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Selection and Placement

• Manage the selection and placement process for new security professionals, including first-line supervisors; design and implement career development and performance improvement plans; evaluate low-performing employees for replacement, upgrade or transfer
• Make initial job offers (for new employees) and job transfers (for existing employees) using company forms and procedures, offering rates, schedules and benefits in alignment with post contract requirements; maintain and publish weekly Open Post List and actively manage job openings within division/branch

Schedule and Workforce Management

• Create, modify and manage post schedules in WinTeam to ensure adequate coverage at all times; ensure schedules are properly maintained in WinTeam and are updated regularly
• Ensure all positions are staffed according to contract requirements and effectively manage branch overtime through proper scheduling and staffing; maintain a qualified, sufficient pool of flex personnel for backfill of vacant positions as needed
• Maintain regular proactive contact with Security Professionals to ensure all staff is being effectively utilized, properly trained, and ready for placement as needed. Review "No Hours Report" with branch Human Resource staff on a weekly basis, and disposition employees who are on "active" status with no hours, in accordance with company policies, ensuring no employees remain on "no hours" status beyond 3 weeks

Payroll Management

• Receive weekly timesheets and update WinTeam schedules as necessary (verify such for self-scheduling accounts); run weekly payroll according to company procedures. Ensure records are properly maintained and updated to reduce payroll errors; resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner, and communicate status of such to affected employees, to minimize financial exposure for Company
• Follow all company policies regarding timekeeping procedures, meal and rest period breaks (where applicable), ensuring signatures and acknowledgements are properly documented (where applicable), and conducting weekly audits of timekeeping records to ensure accuracy
• Process requests for final paychecks, anniversary bonuses and other pay related issues, and execute the distribution of such pay; act as a Company representative in such matters as unemployment hearings, workers' compensation hearings/depositions, union meetings (where applicable), state agency activities, depositions, and other related liability matters

Employee Relations

• Conduct disciplinary and counseling sessions with Security Professionals as needed in a proactive and professional manner. Ensure all such issues are documented according to company standards, and that all issues receive proper follow up for resolution
• Initiate termination procedures as needed for voluntary and involuntary separations; execute termination meetings as necessary and complete all follow up documentation according to company standards
• Maintain high employee morale and low employee turnover through effective and proactive communications and timely problem resolution; ensure all hiring, counseling, disciplinary and termination procedures are executed in a consistent manner
• Ensure a smooth running operation by enforcing post specific policies and procedures through proper communication and training; may utilize field training staff to assist in executing post-specific training

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current driver's license if driving a company vehicle, or personal vehicle in the course of conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events)
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience in a high-volume workforce environment, preferably in the protective service industry
• Work experience in successfully building and developing teams
• Leadership skills that foster 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
• Proficiency in web-based applications and computer systems, including Microsoft Office and (BI) Business Intelligence tools for metrics analysis, reporting, automation, and presentations
• Dynamic networking skills displaying a commitment to safety and trust by participating in local community, client and industry events
• Basic understanding of financial principles, including budgeting and financial reporting; ability to interpret simple financial data and use it to support decision-making

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• College degree in criminal justice, business administration, or a related field
• 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 vacation is only paid out where required by law.

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