Security Officer I

A Security Officer acts with a high level of professionalism at all times while protecting premises, assets, and personnel. Security officers will maintain a highly visible presence, depending on a client’s requirements, and prevent illegal or inappropriate actions. The primary objectives of a Security Officer are to detect, observe, deter or apprehend, and report depending on a client's requirements outlined in your post orders. Successful applicants will possess honesty, integrity, tolerance, good judgment, and the ability to resolve conflict in a constructive manner. Additionally, a successful applicant shall always readily present a pleasant and courteous professional attitude and appearance while on duty.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

Conduct patrol duties of the venue ensuring established security procedures and measures are enforced to protect property and staff by maintaining a safe and secure environment. Deter and/or apprehend criminals, evict violators, and act lawfully in direct defense of life or property.

Utilize a tablet, computer, or smartphone to log and report all activities performed during shift

Investigate and complete incident reports of all significant incidents involved with on duty

Understanding the proper use of the tablet, computers, smartphones, video management, access control, and alarm systems

Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and communicate in a professional manner to co-workers, supervisory staff, clients, and the general public

Enforce physical security and access control procedures established by our clients and outlined in the post orders

Follow all company policies and procedures as specified in the employee handbook

Perform first aid or CPR as required

All other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills:

No previous experience required as we will provide training to the right candidate. Helpful skills include:

Knowledge of public safety and security procedures and protocols

Surveillance skills and being detail-orientated

Understand and carry out oral and written directions

Think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies. Analyze situations accurately and make appropriate decisions in a timely manner

Provide clear and concise instructions to constituents in a variety of unexpected situations and emergencies

Observe and report facts/information accurately. This includes providing written factual reports, without opinion

Understand and operate physical security devices such as video cameras and access control if needed.

Requirements:

Job Type: Part-Time or Full-Time

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be able to qualify and obtain Washington State Security Guard License

Must have a reliable means of transportation

Must have the legal right to work in the United States

Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently

Must have a high school diploma or GED

Must be able to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs

Must be willing to participate in the company's pre-employment screening process, including drug screen, background screen, and have a clean driving record without any violations within the last 5 years.

Able to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Able to utilize a tablet, computer, smartphone, or other technologies

Always maintain a professional uniformed appearance and demeanor

Contacts city emergency personnel (police, fire, EMS) immediately for any security, fire lift safety, and medical issues warranting their degree of intervention.

With or without reasonable accommodation, the physical and mental requirements of this job may include the following: seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly. Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Frequent sitting, standing, and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up includes and on uneven terrain. Working long periods of time in sometimes harsh weather conditions, at night, outside.

Please apply on our website at: https://app-nw.com/apply-now/

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Experience level:

• No experience needed

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Experience:

• Security: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person