Security Officer

JOB SUMMARY: To maintain a high standard of alertness, responsibility, and confidentiality. Also works well with other officers under all conditions required by nature of the operation, must be dependable and a team player. This position has no assigned post but will float to various locations specified by management.

This is not a supervisory role.

Starting Pay: $16.00 an hour

Schedule: Mostly Friday and Saturdays 5:00pm - 10:00pm

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Must be able to work flexible hours which may require work on the weekends and/or holidays with short notice given during staffing shortages.
• Assist in start-ups at new accounts to include working the site, writing post orders and training checklists and training newly assigned permanent Security Officers.
• Work special security assignments as required.
• Staff new accounts until permanent Security Officers can be hired. Provide security for short-term special events.
• Be familiar with on-site emergency procedures, first aid supplies and equipment.
• Expected to remain vigilant and attentive while on duty.
• Foot patrol & routine check of all doors entering the building is required for some security post.
• Able to act under pressure with a high standard of protection for property and human life.
• Maintain proper security logs.
• Able to work well and professionally with Management when situation arises.
• Ensure proper maintenance of uniforms & maintain a professional appearance.
• Punctual & dependable attendance.
• Able to follow all security instructions posted on each security location.
• Reviews and is familiar with GICO safety policies, programs, and procedures. Adheres to all safety rules, regulations, and safety codes, and attends safety training sessions and necessary safety meetings.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform other duties as required by Security management.
• In the absence of his/her supervisor follows, enforces, and provides training to ensure all safety rules and regulations are followed. Completes and submits any necessary forms and/or reports immediately, but no longer than within 24 hours, when an incident occurs.
• Maintain current certifications in First Aid and CPR and administer First Aid and CPR if required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Unarmed CLEET License issued by the State of Oklahoma, required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must pass OSBI/DOC background check and drug test as a condition of employment.
• Able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language
• Must have a flexible availability, including off-shifts and weekends
• Reliable means of transportation and communication
• Maintain First Aid and CPR certifications

CORE COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Functional/Technical Skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
• Dependability: Punctual, reliable, trustworthy, and consistent in performance and behavior.
• Ownership: Proactive, accountable and committed to continuous improvement in products and services.
• Interpersonal Skills: Effectively communicates, interacts and works with others.
• Customer Focus: Meets the expectations of internal and external customers; gets firsthand customer information and uses it for improvement in services; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Commitment to our mission and Lives the Values

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Good verbal communication skills
• Good client/contributor service and organizational skills
• Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules
• Good decision-making skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This work is physical and requires the following activities: Standing, walking, stooping and bending for long periods of time (up to 12 hours a day); good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking, hearing, and visual acuity.
• Good physical, mental and emotional health
• Ability to lift/carry 100 pounds, or more with assistance.
• Ability to stay awake

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• All weather conditions; rain, snow, sleet, hot & cold
• The ability to work flexible hours at various security posts is required, including nights, weekends, & holidays.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.