Assistant Site Manager/Trainer - Savannah, GA

The primary responsibility will be to support the International Paper Savannah Mill Site Manager with a focus on training Officers both permanent and temporary that are assigned to the International Paper Savannah Mill. Will also be responsible for ensuring that the post orders are being followed by the team. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The role will support the Site Manager, which includes, but is not limited to ,the following:
•    Plan and coordinate all On the Job training with incoming Officers and retraining of all current Officers.
•    Prepare materials and planning activities for all training events.
•    Maintain training records of all IP Officers and ensure sufficient Officers are cross trained in each position in the event additional coverage is required for any reason.
•    Responsible for TAPPISAFE training for all incoming Officers permanent and temporary.
•    Follow-up with quarterly refresher training provided through the Walden LMS to ensure all training is completed in a timely manner.
•    Develop measurement tools to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction or training interventions.
•    Maintain a record of all uniforms and equipment issued to Officers and be responsible for coordinating with the Charleston Office if any new, replacement or additional Uniforms are needed.
•    Assist the Site Manager in coordinating staffing and scheduling as needed.
•    Work together with the Site Manager to ensure Post Orders are continually maintained and up to date. Conduct internal audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
•    This role will require the Assistant Site Manager to be 100% trained and competent at each of the following positions: Main Gate, Gate 10E, Gate 27B, Roving Patrol.
•    This role will require the Assistant Site Manager to be available for any shifts/day to accommodate training needs for Officers on various schedules.
•    This role will also require the Assistant Site Manager to be able to work a post (Main Gate, 10E, 27B or Roving Patrol) if there is an open position that needs to be covered or no critical training to be done at the time of request.
•    Any other essential duties and responsibilities that the Site Manager deems necessary for this role.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but the Assistant Site Manager is expected to lead by example and be capable of providing coaching and corrective action if an Officer does not meet the performance standards set forth by both Walden Security and International Paper. The Assistant Site Manager should be ready to step in and supervise staff when the Site Manager is off-site or unavailable.

COMPETENCY:  

 To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
•    Analytical - Collects and researches data.
•    Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations.
•    Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Shares expertise with others.
•    Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things;
•    Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings;
•    Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information;
•    Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed;
•    Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
•    Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values;
•    Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values;
•    Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

•    Aptitude for learning and managing technology platforms.
•    Clean driving record (MVR)
•    ability to pass a background check and obtain a GA Unarmed Security License
•    Strong management skills
•    Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation skills)
•    Proven ability to manage competing priorities, multitask, take ownership of problems and resolve conflicts.
•    Ability to think systematically.
•    Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
•    1-2 years of supervisory experience

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:  

Minimum High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree preferred. One year of experience in training.
Experience in the security industry preferred.  

LANGUAGE SKILLS:  

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations using the English language.  Ability to write reports, internal business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 

REASONING ABILITY:  

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS:  

 To perform this job successfully, the Assistant Site Manager/Trainer should possess intermediate to advanced skills in:
•    Microsoft Office 
•    Learning Management Systems
•    Ability to learn other software programs as needed

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:  
n/a

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and ability to see and distinguish basic colors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Assistant Site Manager/Trainer must be capable of working in a fast paced/high stress environment.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER TASKS:

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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