Area Vice President

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• AT ENTRY Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.
• MINIMUM HIRING STANDARDS:
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a reliable means of communication (i.e., pager or phone).
• Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States.
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 5 or more years of experience in a field related to the security industry and/or business management, and substantial, progressively responsible experience in the security industry, including supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company. Certified Protection Professional (CPP) designation desirable. Additional relevant experience can be substituted for the required education on the basis of one calendar year of experience for one academic year of education.
• Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):
• In-depth knowledge of security operations.
• Success in business development and administration, and human resources management.
• Skill in performing financial analysis, and promoting legal and ethical practices.
• Use of personal computer and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to think strategically, synthesize business/financial data and develop innovative solutions.
• Excellent planning, organizing and leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, including executive-level presentations.
• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to be an effective leader and member of project teams.
• Ability to take initiative and achieve results.
• WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands): With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, media and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey.
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
• Regular use of vehicle required in the performance of duties.
• Regular talking and hearing.
• Frequent or occasional lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequent travel to client sites for oral presentations, group meetings, and site surveys.
• Directing, motivating, training, coaching, and disciplining staff in a positive manner.
• Reading and analyzing large volumes of reports and financial data, including computer usage.
• Responding on an on-call basis to emergencies and incidents at all hours.