Security Officer

Gsgi; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A security company in Fort Myers is seeking a competent Licensed Security Officer to maintain safety and order. The ideal candidate will patrol premises, monitor access, and respond to alarms while providing assistance to those in need. Applicants should have a high school diploma, proven experience as a security officer, and may have prior military or law enforcement experience. This role requires excellent observation skills and knowledge of legal guidelines to ensure a safe environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Proven experience as a security officer or guard.
• Trained in First Aid/BLS and self-defense.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence.
• Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people in the property.
• Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions.
• Provide assistance to people in need.

Skills

Excellent surveillance and observation skills

Proven experience as security officer or guard

Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety

Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems

Trained in First Aid/BLS and self-defense

Familiarity with report writing

Registered as a security officer

Prior Military or Law Enforcement

Education

High School diploma

Job description

We are looking for a competent Licensed Security Officer. You will be responsible for detecting any suspicious behavior and preventing vandalism, thefts or other criminal behavior. A security officer must be well-trained in surveillance and dealing with perpetrators. The ideal candidate will inspire respect and authority as well as possess a high level of observation. The goal is to help the company in maintaining excellent working conditions by keeping our facilities safe and problem-free. Prior Military or Law Enforcement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence
• Must be able to work weekends
• Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people in the property
• Remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area
• Secure all exits, doors and windows after end of operations
• Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts
• Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions
• Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation
• Provide assistance to people in need
• Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities
• Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrence

Skills

• Proven experience as security officer or guard
• Prior Military or Law Enforcement is a plus
• Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety
• Familiarity with report writing
• Excellent surveillance and observation skills
• Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems
• Trained in First Aid/BLS and self-defense
• Registered as a security officer
• High School diploma is required
• Prior Military or Law Enforcement is a plus