Security Guard

Cardinal Group Companies; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Group Companies in St. Louis, MO is seeking a reliable Security Officer to protect our student housing community. You will maintain a visible presence, monitor access, and respond to incidents in a courteous and timely manner.

The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and collaboration with residents, staff, and local authorities. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and prior security or service experience, with the ability to stay calm in emergencies, walk patrols, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior security or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies and during incidents.
• Basic computer and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the property regularly to deter unauthorized activity and ensure resident safety.
• Monitor building access, cameras, and security systems.
• Enforce community policies and report violations as needed.
• Respond to emergencies, safety concerns, and resident requests for assistance.
• Complete accurate incident reports and daily activity logs.
• Provide excellent customer service while interacting with residents and visitors.
• Communicate effectively with property management and local authorities when necessary.

Skills

High school diploma

Security experience

Customer service

Communication

Emergency readiness

Basic computer skills

Patrolling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and professional Security Officer to support the safety and security of our student housing community. The Security Officer will maintain a visible presence on the property, monitor access, conduct routine patrols, and respond to incidents in a courteous and timely manner. This role plays a key part in creating a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and guests.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to)

• Patrol the property regularly to deter unauthorized activity and ensure resident safety
• Monitor building access, cameras, and security systems
• Enforce community policies and report violations as needed
• Respond to emergencies, safety concerns, and resident requests for assistance
• Complete accurate incident reports and daily activity logs
• Provide excellent customer service while interacting with residents and visitors
• Communicate effectively with property management and local authorities when necessary

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior security or customer service experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in emergency situations
• Basic computer skills for reporting and documentation
• Ability to walk, stand, and patrol for extended periods

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbents work in an office environment, but also have frequent exposure to outside elements where temperature, weather, odors, and/or landscape may be unpleasant and/or hazardous.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to use hands to finger, type, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, or squat. The Team Member is often required to sit. The Team Member must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver office products and supplies of up to twenty (20) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Routine local travel is required to attend training classes, client visits, or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position. Overnight travel required to attend training, property visits, and other situations necessary for the accomplishment of special projects that may be assigned from time to time.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned.

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