Security Guard (Syracuse, NY)

Protos Security; City of Albany (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading security organization is seeking a Security Guard in Syracuse, NY. The role involves observing and reporting to maintain a safe environment. Candidates must be flexible with shifts and possess a high school diploma. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

PTO

Health Plans

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 1-3 years verifiable security experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Secure premises by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
• Complete reports by recording observations and incidents.
• Respond to alarms or calls of distress.

Skills

Customer Service

Surveillance

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Dependability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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Position Summary

A Security Officer's main function is to observe and report. The officer maintains a safe and secure environment for clients and employees. They detect suspicious activity, monitor the premises, and report all incidents in a timely fashion. Mulligan Security, the tri-state's leading private security organization, has immediate job opportunities for licensed Security Officers. We have full-time positions available; these positions require flexibility to work different shifts as well as weekends based on operational needs.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.
• Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
• Prevent damage or injury by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; deter trespassers.
• Respond to alarms or calls of distress.
• Comply with all Post Orders for the site.
• Identify visitors and ask for appropriate documentation.
• Use radios, computers, and/or cell phones to stay in contact with security personnel.
• Call for police assistance if necessary.
• Share knowledge of site responsibilities with new employees.
• Regulate and monitor building systems.
• Operate screening machinery including X-ray machines, magnetometers, and wands.
• Maintain a professional disposition, helping customers, employees, visitors, and guests on the client’s property.
• Welcome customers, visitors, staff, tenants, guests in a professional and pleasant manner at all times.
• Become familiar with incoming and outgoing traffic, know the customers, tenants, visitors, and guests.
• Maintain a visible presence during your shift.
• Observe the environment to prevent, detect, and report suspicious or unsafe activity.
• Monitor entrances and exits.
• Perform security patrols of designated areas.
• Learn and apply building policies and procedures.
• Follow emergency procedures.
• Investigate and report incidents, suspicious activities, and accidents.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including all shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Follow detailed procedures.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Surveillance skills.
• Dependability.
• Professional appearance and adherence to uniform standards.
• Integrity, ethics, and emotional control.

Competencies

• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Report to work on time in all weather conditions.
• Work outside for extended periods, including rain, snow, cold, and heat.
• Some lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Stand for prolonged periods.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• 18 years of age.
• Security Guard training and/or license (or willingness to obtain).
• Legal right to work in the U.S.
• Driver’s license (if required).
• State ID.
• Successful drug test and background check.
• Verifiable security experience (1-3 years depending on contract).

Mulligan Security Offers

• Competitive pay: $17.25/hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• PTO, holidays, sick leave.
• Health plans: medical, dental, vision.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life insurance.

Schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday, 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM, 40 hours/week.