Security Guard

Moapa Band of Paiutes; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Moapa Band of Paiute Indians seeks a Security Guard to safeguard guests, staff, property, and assets at the Moapa Paiute Travel Plaza. You will patrol facilities, deter theft and disturbances, enforce policies, and respond to emergencies with professionalism under pressure.

Must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 21, possess a Nevada driver’s license, and pass a background check and drug screen. Excellent verbal/written communication and the ability to log incidents are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Nevada driver’s license with insurable driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Effective verbal and written communication; incident reporting.
• Basic computer skills for logging incidents.

Responsibilities

• Patrol interior and exterior of the travel plaza on foot, monitoring for suspicious activity and safety hazards.
• Maintain a visible security presence to deter theft, vandalism, and disorderly conduct.
• Monitor access points; document and report unusual activity.
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, and medical situations; notify supervisors and emergency services.
• Enforce plaza rules and applicable laws including tobacco age restrictions.
• Write clear incident reports and shift summaries.
• Secure doors, gates, and cash-handling areas; assist with opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Observation skills

Calm under pressure

Physical stamina

Education

High school or GED

Job description

Job Summary:

The Security Guard protects the guests, employees, property, and assets of the Moapa Paiute Travel Plaza and the Moapa Band of Paiute Indians. Working assigned shifts, security maintains a visible, professional presence throughout the plaza, parking lots, and surrounding grounds. The guard deters and responds to theft, disturbances, and safety hazards; enforces plaza policies and applicable laws; and provides courteous assistance to travelers. The position requires sound judgment, strong observation skills, and the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.

Duties:

• Patrol the interior and exterior of the travel plaza on foot, monitoring for suspicious activity, safety hazards, and policy or code violations.
• Maintain a visible security presence to deter theft, vandalism, loitering, and disorderly conduct.
• Monitor access points; document and report unusual activity.
• Respond promptly to incidents, emergencies, medical situations, taking appropriate action and notifying supervisors and emergency services as needed.
• Enforce plaza rules and applicable federal, state, and tribal laws, including age-restricted sales policies for tobacco and other regulated products.
• De-escape conflicts and disturbances calmly and professionally; remove or detain individuals only when warranted and in accordance with policy and law.
• Assist guests and employees with directions, vehicle lockouts, escorts, lost-and-found items, and other reasonable requests.
• Write clear, accurate, and complete incident reports, daily activity logs, and shift summaries.
• Secure doors, gates, fuel islands, and cash-handling areas; support opening and closing procedures.
• Observe and report safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, spills, and maintenance needs.
• Provide traffic and crowd control during busy periods, events, and emergencies.
• Cooperate with tribal police, local law enforcement, and emergency responders during investigations and incidents.
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information and evidence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid Nevada driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write clear incident reports.
• Basic computer skills for logging incidents.
• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods throughout an entire shift.
• Ability to run, climb stairs, bend, stoop, and lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme desert heat, and indoors in a busy retail and fuel-service environment.
• Visual and hearing acuity sufficient to monitor surroundings and surveillance equipment.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and to physically intervene when necessary and appropriate.
• Work is performed 24/7; the position requires availability for rotating day, swing, and graveyard shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred

• Prior experience in security, law enforcement, military, corrections, or a related field.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or ability to obtain within a defined period after hire).
• Familiarity with the Moapa community and tribal customs.