Gate & Community Patrol Officer – Training & Growth

Coastal Security Services, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay starting at $18.00/hr

Overtime opportunities

CSSI Academy training

Certifications at no cost

Job summary

Coastal Security Services, Inc. is hiring a Security Officer to serve as a visible, professional security presence at a residential community in the greater Charleston, SC area.

You will split time between staffing the gate and patrolling, verifying credentials and authorizations, and logging visitors to ensure safety and order. The role emphasizes attentiveness, clear communication with residents and vendors, and reliable security coverage in various weather conditions, with full‑time hours and

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; must 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.
• High school diploma or GED.

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, common areas, and perimeter.
• Check doors, gates, lighting, and amenities, and report maintenance or safety hazards.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, unauthorized persons, and policy violations.
• Monitor security cameras and report suspicious activity.
• Enforce community access policies, rules, and post orders.
• Communicate with residents, property management, and CSSI dispatch.
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, and resident concerns in a calm, professional manner.
• Complete daily activity reports, patrol logs, and incident documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized gate house area.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CCTV

Visitor management systems

Job description

Coastal Security Services, Inc. is hiring a Security Officer to serve as a visible, professional security presence at a residential community in the greater Charleston, SC area.

You will split time between staffing the gate and patrolling, verifying credentials and authorizations, and logging visitors to ensure safety and order. The role emphasizes attentiveness, clear communication with residents and vendors, and reliable security coverage in various weather conditions, with full‑time hours and