Security Officer

Role Overview

• Patrol exterior grounds of the facility.
• Observe and report suspicious activity.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings to promote physical security and safety; watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements.
• Contribute to communication and awareness of security policies and issues as needed; warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits; control/direct traffic.
• Investigate and report maintenance and safety conditions, which might endanger client, its associates, or public safety.
• Ensure that daily administrative documentation is always kept concise and complete; maintain all daily assigned equipment in functional and presentable condition.
• Investigate security related accidents/incidents, interview witnesses, complaints, and victims; responsible for gathering physical evidence and preserving it for future use; complete report and follow up with management as needed.
• Investigate and report fires, evacuations, hazardous situations, or other facility related events, provide back up to client personnel.
• Responsibilities include crowd control and assisting Fire Department/EMS or other officials during these processes; maintain control at traffic accidents, assist victims, and investigate.
• Responsible for ensuring that all employees on company property have proper company issued identification.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age with high school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner
• Valid DPS Guard Card/license, as required in the state for which you are applying
• As a condition of employment, the employee must successfully complete a background investigation
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative and wireless technology at client specific sites
• Ability to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to accept new ideas and procedures
• Exceptional dependability is a must
• Must possess the confidence to enforce established client/facility rules, policies, and regulations when faced with perceived or actual pressure to act in the interest of quick/easy

Benefits

• Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1. Coverage begins the first of the month following 30-days of employment.
• The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.
• Enjoy our employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.
• Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts because your health matters.
• Through discounted group programs, such as legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, and ID theft protection for life’s unexpected moments.