Religious Institution Security (Armed)

andyfrain; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Andy Frain Services is seeking a Security Officer in Houston to provide security detail per post orders, maintain professional image, and deliver excellent customer service. You will manage entrances, escort personnel, inspect exposures and perform active patrols across client property.

Strong communication and vigilance are required to report incidents and support loss prevention. You must be at least 21, hold a valid Texas Level 3 Security License, have 1 year of security experience, and a

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must possess a valid Level 3 Security License in Texas.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional security experience (2 years preferred).
• High school diploma or GED required; additional education such as some college or technical training is a plus.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required.
• Agreement to undergo monthly background check renewals.
• Physical requirements: navigate stairs and drive ramps on foot and/or bicycle; work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Control of entrances and movement of pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
• Escort of material and personnel.
• Inspection of security and fire exposures.
• Active foot and/or mobile patrol through client property.
• Be on time and report to post in full uniform.
• Maintain professional image and greet customers, visitors and employees.
• Report revisions to post orders and information; communicate issues to Security Supervisor.

Skills

Honesty and vigilance

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication skills

Operational awareness

Urgency and pace

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas Level 3 Security License

Job description

Job Summary

Provide security detail as outlined in the post orders and establish working relationships with customers, local law enforcement and fire departments. Security personnel will always perform job duties with a constant awareness of surroundings, making note of all activity that takes place in the assigned area. Security Officers must maintain a professional image and always demonstrate excellent customer service.

Basic Functions

• Control of entrances and movement of pedestrian and vehicle traffic
• Escort of material and personnel
• Inspection of security and fire exposures
• Special assignments
• Active foot and/or mobile patrol through client property

Responsibilities

Duties may vary depending on department size, organizational structure, geographic location and post assignments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow for certain ADA requirements. Overall general function of officers is to provide security detail as described below (Note: duties may vary depending on post orders):

• Be on time and report to post in full uniform.
• Maintain professional image that includes greeting customers, visitors and employees in a polite and friendly manner.
• Be proactive in knowing all revisions to post orders and general information distributed by the customer and AFS.
• Patrol physical property or maintain fixed post position, being diligent to report any suspicious activity and investigate accidents and criminal acts.
• Monitor cameras or equipment in a continuous fashion as outlined in the post orders.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all emergency policies, procedures and regulations to be able to respond to alarms, incidents and emergency situations.
• Complete Daily Activity Reports, Log Book entries, Incident Reports and all relevant reports related to job assignment.
• Make recommendations to management on better safety and loss prevention processes as identified during daily routine.
• Ensure training and compliance guidelines are met as outlined by AFS and other agencies regulating the customer / market.
• Communicate on a daily basis with Security Supervisor any new Security Issues or changes that need to be considered or implemented.

Skills and Abilities

• A security officer is to be honest, alert and well-disciplined as the custodians of employee and customer property and safety.
• Constant and dedicated vigilance.
• Strong customer service skills, exemplifying Andy Frain Services Mission Statement.
• Ability to be a hands‑on, results oriented employee, handling multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to facilitate progressive change, work as part of a team and follow directions.
• Work with a sense of urgency.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Must be able to navigate stairs and drive ramps on foot and/or on bicycle

This description portrays in general terms the type and level(s) of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor the specific duties of any one incumbent. Andy Frain Services reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in the position description, in the Company's sole and absolute discretion. Duties other than those expressly specified may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications

The following are the minimum qualifications that an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Please note that the minimum qualifications may vary based upon the department size and/or geographic location.

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must possess a valid Level 3 Security License in Texas
• Minimum of 1 year of professional security experience (2 years preferred)
• High school diploma or GED required; additional education such as some college or technical training is a plus
• Valid Texas driver’s license required
• Agreement to undergo monthly background check renewals
• Physical requirements:
  • Must be able to navigate stairs and drive ramps on foot and/or bicycle
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions
    • Heat, Cold, Rain, Ice, Snow