Access Control Security Officer

Garda World Security; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

DailyPay available

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

GardaWorld Security is hiring a Surveillance Security Officer in Reno, NV. The role focuses on monitoring screens, reporting incidents, and enforcing access control with VIP escort as needed.

Responsibilities include rapid response, detailed reporting, and patrolling to secure entrances and emergency areas. Competitive benefits, uniform provided, and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the US.
• High school education or GED required.
• Valid PILB license in hand.
• CPR/AED/FIRST AID certification within 7 days of offer.
• Minimum 1 year of security experience in a controlled access environment.
• Proficient with CCTV, computers and radios.
• Excellent reporting and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Observe, survey the area, and report activity at the assigned location.
• Provide rapid response in critical situations.
• Write detailed reports accurately and promptly.
• Enforce customer procedures, regulations, and standards.
• Check identification of employees, vendors, customers, and visitors.
• Maintain order in the lobby and control foot traffic.
• Escort VIPs and guests as needed.
• Operate CCTV and other electronics to fulfill security duties.
• Patrol entrances, exits, and emergency areas on foot.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Reporting skills

Communication

Emergency response

Observation

Professional demeanor

Ability to enforce procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

PILB license

Tools

CCTV

Radios/communication devices

Laptops/computers

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Surveillance Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as an Access Control Security Officer?

What matters most about a role like this is your sharp eye, capturing every detail as you scan a series of screens. Tell us about your strong observation skills with attention to detail.

As a Security Officer – Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats before they elevate in environments such as a security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, etc.

What’s in it for you: Must have experience in Commercial Security.

• Site Location: Reno, NV
• Set schedule: Various Full-Time & Part-Time Shifts Available for Day, Swing, and Grave. (Schedule details will be discussed during the interview process)
• Competitive hourly wage of $24 / Hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Surveillance Security Guard

• Excellent customer service is always your top priority.
• You observe, survey the area, and provide reporting on activity at your assigned location.
• You provide rapid response in critical situations.
• You’re good with reading and writing detailed reports.
• You know when and how to enforce customer procedures, regulations, and standards.
• You provide critical access control and order in the lobby area by checking identification of employees, vendors, customers, and other visitors. Plus, keeping area clear of foot traffic and prevention of other hazards in the area.
• You may be asked to escort VIPs and other guests as needed.
• You will use CCTV and other electronics to accomplish your mission.
• You will be expected to patrol by foot on a regular basis to check on all entrances, exits, and emergency areas.

Qualifications of a Surveillance Security Guard

• You are authorized to work in the US.
• You have a high school education or equivalent (GED) in hand.
• You have a valid PILB in hand.
• You have or can obtain CPR/AED/FIRST AID Certification within 7 days of an offer.
• You have exceptional skills in computers, laptops, CCTV, radio communications, and other electronic tools.
• You are able to perform the necessary tasks of conducting foot patrols on a regular basis that cover the whole property.
• You have superior people skills.
• You have at least 1 year of Security experience in a controlled access environment.
• You have strong work ethic!

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, concierge, and even casual roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.