What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative and Logistics Security Specialist position at Allied Universal?
Advance your career in security with Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, the global leader in security and threat mitigation. Following the acquisition of MSA Security® in 2021, we became the world’s largest non-governmental canine detection company. Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the security industry and make a meaningful impact. Explore key roles such as canine officers, handlers, trainers, veterinary technicians, and kennel managers. Enjoy comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, and exclusive perks.
Our canine group, under Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, is hiring a Administrative and Logistics Security Specialist. The Administrative Logistics Security Specialist position is responsible for managing and performing advanced, diversified, and confidential administrative support wherever necessary by using independent judgment and initiative to determine approached or actions to take in non-routine situations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Respond to and organize daily emails and telephone calls as required
- Review and adhere to contractual compliance while supporting the coordination of personal movement into and out of the country for both official and personal travel
- Organize and carry out daily priorities as needed to overcome unexpected challenges
- Analyze business methods in order to improve or simplify procedures or suggest cost reductions including, but not limited to; record keeping, form control, policies and procedures, and workflow; suggests new systems or revisions to established procedures or existing policies
- Assist in reviewing and maintaining databases, SharePoint, or other tools to achieve 100% accuracy at all times
- Provide projected insight to management and other team members on personnel and logistical related issues, and delegates tasks needed to maintain steady project operations
- Generate and/or update reports, spreadsheets, and other documents using a set schedule and prescribed approach; create and distribute presentation materials for meetings in collaboration with senior personnel
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a US Citizen (pursuant to government clearance requirements)
- Possess, or be able to obtain a United States Passport
- Possess a valid US Driver’s License, if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle
- Possess, or be able to obtain, a minimum of a Secret level security clearance
- Must possess one or more of the following
- High School diploma with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in administrative and logistical support
- Associate's degree in Business, Project Management, Criminal Justice, or related field of study with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in administrative and logistical support management
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Project Management, Criminal Justice, or related field of study
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a successful customer service role
- Minimum of two (2) years of overseas military deployment, federal government security, or law enforcement experience in an administrative and logistical support/management/supervisory capacity
- Ability to maintain strong working relationships and deal effectively with senior US Federal and Embassy personnel
- Ability to travel as needed
- Able to be on call for after-hours communication as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Career military
- Retired law enforcement
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan, subject to eligibility requirements
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays (subject to eligibility)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more!
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
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