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The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting the Project Manager (PM) in the development operations and profitability of all physical security services at the assigned nuclear power contract location through the application of sound business, financial, and human resources management practices. This position is responsible for the implementation of operational services using effective scheduling controls to control overtime, compliance with proprietary and regulatory requirements, and direct supervision of Security Shift Supervisors. The Assistant Project Manager is the liaison to security management to ensure proper execution of shift operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Those duties necessary to meet the minimum requirements of the position. Other duties may be assigned:

• Oversee and maintain all aspects for the day-to-day functions of security operations

• Provide supervision to Security Shift Supervisors and Supervisor Team; perform Personnel Evaluations and administer discipline for direct reports; selection of supervisory candidates and selection of personnel to assume increased responsibility

• Oversee staffing and scheduling to ensure compliance and control overtime; approves schedules and post assignments based on control of overtime and compliance to regulatory requirements

• Conduct operations to meet rules, regulations, and contract requirements

• Assist in the hiring and/or promotion of security officers and supervisors

• Oversee adherence to the Safety Program requirements

• Oversee adherence to SCWE (Safety Conscious Work Environment) program requirements

• Develop, mentor, and establish a succession plan for Security Shift Supervisors

• Oversee purchasing and inventory control of operational supplies and equipment

• Take over contract management duties during the absence from the site of the Project Manager

• Provides technical and operational direction to personnel assigned to the contract security force and coordinates with client Operations and Training representatives on training and operations

• Perform RSS administrative functions

• Make routine operational decisions based on policy and procedures

• Direct on-the-job training to improve employee performance and professional development

• Develop and implement assessment tools to ensure contract compliance

• Review team member reports, overriding routing to make corrections as needed

• Make recommendations for process improvement and performance enhancement based on observations

• Make recommendations for staffing needs

• Make recommendations about hiring and promotion

• Make recommendations on disciplinary actions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or experience required in order to be hired. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Formal Education, Licenses, and Certifications Required:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent

• Must have the ability to meet and maintain applicable licensing or certification requirements

Type and Length of Specific Experience Required:

• Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory or management experience

• Must possess a minimum of five (5) years of security experience in the nuclear industry

• Must have successful experience in leadership development and training

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Effective oral and written communication

• Planning and organizing

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Applications

• Problem solving

• Forecasting, predicting

• Coaching, mentoring, motivating

• Active listening

• Encourage effective teamwork

• Assess and evaluate situations effectively

• Synthesize facts, concepts, principles

• Identify critical issues quickly and accurately

• Compile, sort, and interpret data

• Research, investigate, compile information

• Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy

• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately

• Setting and achieving goals

• Attention to detail

• Evaluate operational performance

OTHER RELATED ATTRIBUTES THAT WOULD ENHANCE HIRING CONSIDERATION:

These are other criteria that may enhance the hiring decision but would not rule out the candidate for consideration if not present.

• Associate’s Degree or above in business administration, criminal justice, or law-enforcement related fields

• Security related experience in the nuclear industry

• Demonstrated working knowledge of Federal codes, regulations and standards related to Security

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment with minimal to no exposure to extreme temperatures is expected.

• Major activities include working on PC while sitting, telephone/radio use

• Physical effort is limited, to include some standing, walking, and sitting; minimal to no stooping or kneeling

• Must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

Job ID: 2024-1289336

Location: United States-Connecticut-Town of Waterford

Job Category: Management