Security Officer

New Community Corporation; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

New Community Corporation in Newark, NJ is seeking a Security Officer to patrol, monitor, and secure the premises and assist occupants.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least one year in security; you will respond to alarms, log activities, and coordinate with supervisors to maintain safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Minimum 1 year of security experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for clients, residents, visitors and staff by patrolling premises.
• Monitor surveillance equipment and inspect access points to prevent unauthorized entry.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies; coordinate with local authorities when needed.
• Document daily activities in shift logs and write incident reports.
• Direct visitors and manage traffic to ensure orderly premises.

Skills

Patrolling

Surveillance

Report writing

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Security Officer (SO) will be responsible for promoting the NCC mission in all service delivery, ensuring quality, professionalism and efficiency of the services provided. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe and secure environment for clients, residents, visitors, employees and surrounding public by patrolling and monitoring premises. The SO will report to the Director or superior Officer

Summary

To secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

• Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures;
• Conduct hourly rounds to ensure that building occupants have a safe and pleasant experience.
• While making hourly rounds, check stairwells, fire exit fixtures, building structure and inspect windows and doors to ensure locks are in place and working, and report problems to the Superior Security Officer
• Respond to alarms and calls of distress; call base, police or fire departments in cases of emergency
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
• Maintain a shift log and write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences
• Be familiar with and understand the building’s Emergency Action Plan and evacuation procedures and carry out emergency procedures as necessary.
• Assist building occupants and visitors in exiting the building in the event of an emergency which may including lifting and carrying
• Use walkie-talkies and cell phones to stay in contact with security personnel
• Controls traffic by directing drivers
• Circulate among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property
• Maintain a flexible schedule as evening and weekend work may be required
• Other related duties as required by supervisor

Experience and Skills

• High School Diploma
• At least one year of experience in the security field

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