Position SummaryA Security Officer main function is to observe and report. The guard maintains a safe and secure environment for clients and employees. They detect suspicious activity, monitor the premises, and report all incidents in a timely fashion. Essential Job Responsibilities
- Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.
- Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
- Prevent damage or injury by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; deter trespassers.
- Respond to alarms or calls of distress.
- Complies with all Post Orders for site
- Identify visitors and ask for appropriate documentation
- Use radios and/or cell phones to stay in contact with Security personnel
- Call for Police assistance if necessary
- Shares knowledge of site responsibilities with new employees
- Regulate and monitor building systems
- Operate screening machinery including X-ray machines, magnetometers, and wands.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including all shifts, weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to work outside in all types of weather
- Must be able to follow detailed procedures
- Must have strong Customer Service skills
- Strong surveillance skills
- Must be dependable
- Must project a professional image and maintain MG Security Serivces uniform standards
- Strong integrity, ethics, and emotional control
Competencies
- Critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills combined with sound judgment
- Organized with an attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Flexible and willing to learn new skill sets
- Ability to take initiative and work within a team structure as well as independently
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