Security Officer

Panorama; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Panorama is seeking an experienced Security Officer to protect a 145-acre retirement community. The role involves patrolling on foot or by vehicle, locking/unlocking gates, and ensuring the security of residents and facilities.

A strong emphasis on customer service and clear reporting is required. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years of age, a Washington State driver’s license, and prior security experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have Washington State driver's license and meet the minimum company driving standards to operate vehicles.
• Previous security experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas on foot or in security vehicle to check for vandalism, suspicious activity, or safety hazards.
• Lock and unlock gates and doors at prescribed times.
• Check homes for security when residents are away or in hospital.
• Ensure doors, gates, locks and windows are in safe condition and report issues.
• Perform light maintenance after the maintenance team finishes.
• Enforce rules and respond to emergencies requiring security assistance.
• Write detailed narrative reports and maintain daily activity logs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Report writing

Surveillance

Patrolling

Education

High school diploma

Job description

We are searching for an experienced Security Officer with a professional demeanor and the ability to provide excellent services to our residents. Our security officers patrol and secure our beautiful 145 acre retirement community.

This position will work a 4 day/10 hour shift, Sunday-Wednesday 9pm - 7am.

Responsibilities Include:

• Patrols assigned areas on foot or security vehicle checking for vandalism, suspicious activity or persons or safety/fire hazards.
• Locks and opens all street gates, doors at prescribed time.
• Check all homes for security of residents who are away on vacation, or in the hospital.
• Ensure that all doors, gates, locks windows are in safe working condition and reports any electrical, mechanical, or maintenance issue.
• Perform light maintenance after maintenance team has ended their shift.
• Enforce rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and respond to emergency situations requiring security assistance.
• Write detailed narrative reports and maintain daily activity reports.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have Current Washington State's driver's license and are required to meet the minimum Company driving standards in order to safely operate a Company vehicles
• Previous security experience required.
• Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet)
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift.
• Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat;
• Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs that require some computer skills.