Government Security Officer - Patrol, Screen & Respond

CORE Services Group, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CORE DC is seeking a Security Guard to protect employees, visitors, and government property. The role involves roving patrols, screening procedures, and escort duties on government-owned and leased properties.

The candidate should have strong communication skills, be able to work under pressure, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional coursework preferred. Responsibilities include incident reporting, maintaining logs, and assisting with security assessments.

Qualifications

• Armed Special Police Officer preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience in law enforcement or security.
• CPR/First Aid card issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent.
• Ability to pass required health and mental fitness examination.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and surrounding grounds to prevent unauthorized removal of property and access to restricted areas.
• Screen persons, vehicles, packages, and other items; operate detectors and CCTV as needed.
• Aid visitors and government clients with questions and directions; escort on government property.
• Assist with security assessment information and data collection.
• Respond to reports of crimes and notify authorities when outside jurisdiction.
• Maintain daily incident logs and prepare incident reports.
• Maintain a lost and found log; respond to security-related inquiries.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Judgment

Under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA/AS degree preferred

Job description

CORE DC is seeking a Security Guard to protect employees, visitors, and government property. The role involves roving patrols, screening procedures, and escort duties on government-owned and leased properties.

The candidate should have strong communication skills, be able to work under pressure, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional coursework preferred. Responsibilities include incident reporting, maintaining logs, and assisting with security assessments.