Security/Courtesy Officer

Cascades Verdae; South Carolina; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Hills in South Carolina is seeking a Security/Courtesy Officer to monitor campus safety, perform routine patrols, and assist residents and guests with courtesy and support during evening hours.

The role includes hourly security checks, front gate greeting, building access control, emergency response, and maintaining safety procedures under the Director of Facility Services. Uniform and professionalism are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training in mechanics, electrical, plumbing or HVAC desired.
• Mechanical or maintenance experience required.
• Two years’ experience in a similar courtesy or security position desired.

Responsibilities

• Represent the campus in a positive manner and foster respect and safety for residents and employees.
• Uphold the campus Mission Statement and HIPAA privacy standards.
• Perform hourly security checks and logs of unusual activity.
• Respond to emergencies with or without healthcare staff and escort residents if needed.
• Lock down and unlock buildings at scheduled times and greet guests at the front gate.
• Direct emergency personnel to scenes and assist as required.
• Ensure exterior lights and interior lighting programs are operational.
• Move trash and perform light maintenance tasks as needed.
• Be available for on‑call situations and participate in training sessions.
• Monitor safety equipment and maintain a professional appearance at all times.

Skills

Independent work

Confidentiality

Hand tools

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training (mechanics/electrical/plumbing/HVAC)

Tools

Hand tools

Carts & dollies

Ladders

Job description

Description

At Summit Hills, we're not just a luxury senior living company; we're a community recognized as a Great Place to Work—and we take immense pride in that designation. Our philosophy, “People First, Always,” underscores everything we do. We believe that our dedicated team is our greatest asset, driving us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions every day.

Why Choose Summit Hills?

• A Culture of Growth and Teamwork: We foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your personal and professional growth is encouraged.
• Make a Difference: Your work will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact in our community.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values each member's input, promotes collaboration, and strives to create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

We’re Looking for a security/courtesy officer:

As the security/courtesy officer, you will be responsible for monitoring the campus, responding to calls for assistance, conducting routine patrols, and providing courteous support to residents while ensuring community policies and safety procedures are followed.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and want to be part of a team that strives for excellence.

POSITION SUMMARY: Courtesy Officer provides security and/or assists residents, families and guests with the familiarity of the campus services. The Courtesy Officer responds to emergency calls, performs security checks on the hour and coordinates the locking down and unlocking of the buildings under the supervision of the Director of Facility Services. O n‑site, scheduled hours are Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7pm–7am

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Represents the campus in a positive manner while creating an environment that fosters respect and courtesy for residents and employees alike. Works within the campus programs to encourage and promote safety and the well‑being of all residents and employees.

2. Upholds the campus’s Mission Statement.

3. Maintains HIPAA standards and regards all medical or healthcare information pertaining to residents and employees as confidential.

4. Performs security checks throughout buildings, home lots and campus streets once every hour. Logs any suspicious or unusual occurrences.

5. Responds with or without healthcare staff to emergency calls in homes and apartments.

6. Locks building down and unlocks buildings at the appropriate times.

7. Greets guests at the front gate, checks destinations and allows entry, if granted.

8. Checks front gate for workability and responds to any problem areas.

9. Accompanies employees and residents (if requested) to the parking lot after sundown.

10. Approaches and questions any visitors to the campus after hours.

11. Greets and directs any emergency personnel to the emergency situation (fire department, police officers, EMT’s, etc.).

12. Implements the prescribed lighting program inside and outside the buildings. Insures that all exterior lights are operational.

13. Gather trash from the campus buildings and dispose in a dumpster: Roll trash cans that weigh approximately 30lbs each from the campus buildings to a pick‑up truck; load the trash cans on a pickup truck with a mechanical lift; drive the pickup truck loaded with trash cans to the loading dock; use a mechanical lift to dump the trash cans into the dumpster.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Travels occasionally for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.

2. Responsible for knowledge of fire and safety procedures including those involving blood‑borne pathogens.

3. Remains in proper uniform at all times and maintains a high standard of appearance.

4. Completes any maintenance work orders in a timely manner (if required).

5. Maintains excellent resident and employee relations. Handles complaints and recommendations constructively.

6. Answers switchboard when needed and greets people at the front desk.

7. Attends employee in‑services as required.

8. Is available for on‑call situations on a regular rotating and emergency basis.

9. Monitors all emergency and safety equipment.

10. Accepts other duties as required by the Director of Maintenance.

PREREQUISITES:

A. Education:

- High school diploma or GED required.

- Technical training in mechanics, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC desired.

- Mechanical or maintenance experience required.

- Two years’ experience in a similar courtesy or security position desired.

C. Skills:

- Ability to work with minimal supervision.

- Must conduct all business with a professional manner and with a high level of confidentiality.

- Ability to use hand tools, carts and dollies.

- Must have valid driver’s license.

D. Abilities:

- Work outdoors and indoors during the work day (fluorescent lights, HVAC system, carpeted flooring, normal office noise levels).

- Climb up to two flights of stairs.

- Ability to climb extension ladder up to and above roof height.

- Lift objects of 25 pounds or less over the head.

- Move objects of 100 pounds or more.

- Ability to work under time‑sensitive or stressful situations.

- Respond to medical emergencies on a rare occasion.

- Assist with resident evacuations, if ever required.

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