Gate and Patrol Security Officer — Training, Overtime & Growth

Coastal Security Services, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay starting at $18.00/hr

Overtime opportunities

CSSI Academy training

Free certifications

Single-site assignment

Growth path

Leadership support

20 years in the industry

Job summary

Coastal Security Services, Inc. is hiring a Security Officer to serve as a visible security presence at a residential community near Charleston, SC. You will split time between the gate and patrols, verifying resident credentials and logging visitors.

This full-time role requires strong customer service, the ability to work outdoors in varying weather, and a professional demeanor. Starting pay is $18 per hour, with overtime paid at 1.5x for hours over 40 per week, and opportunities for training

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid SC SLED Unarmed Security Officer Registration (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Clean criminal background; pass SLED background check
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Staff the gate house and manage vehicle and pedestrian access to the community
• Verify resident credentials, guest passes, and vendor authorizations
• Log all visitors and maintain accurate entry records
• Conduct regular patrols of community grounds, amenities, and perimeter
• Check doors, gates, lighting, and amenities; report hazards
• Observe and report suspicious activity and policy violations
• Monitor security cameras and report suspicious activity
• Enforce community access policies and post orders
• Communicate with residents, property management, and CSSI dispatch
• Respond to incidents and resident concerns calmly and professionally
• Complete daily activity reports and patrol logs
• Maintain a clean, organized gate house area

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Professional demeanor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Visitor management systems

CCTV

Job description

Coastal Security Services, Inc. is hiring a Security Officer to serve as a visible security presence at a residential community near Charleston, SC. You will split time between the gate and patrols, verifying resident credentials and logging visitors.

This full-time role requires strong customer service, the ability to work outdoors in varying weather, and a professional demeanor. Starting pay is $18 per hour, with overtime paid at 1.5x for hours over 40 per week, and opportunities for training