Security Officer - On-call position ($21.50/HR + Benefits) - Belle Chasse, LA

UNAVAILABLE; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UNAVAILABLE is seeking an on-call Security Officer to provide guard services for a public environment in Belle Chasse, LA and surrounding areas. The role emphasizes health, safety, and security as priorities, with duties spanning monitoring, de-escalation, and incident reporting.

The position requires aging 21+, valid TWIC, Louisiana Guard License readiness, and the ability to stand for long shifts. Strong teamwork and English language proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least two (2) years of security, law enforcement or military experience preferred.
• A valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under the company vehicle policy.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have or receive a valid TWIC card prior to employment.
• Must be able to obtain and pay the Louisiana Guard License fee prior to beginning work.
• Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers and clients.
• Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.
• Must be able to be on your feet for up to 12 hours per shift for the scheduled rotation.
• Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read and write English.
• Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the company and client.

Responsibilities

• Personally monitors either visually, electronically or audibly a variety of assigned areas or grounds by roving inside facilities, in a vehicle, or other locations deemed appropriate.
• Ensures own actions and those of others observe maximum level of safety and compliance.
• Verbal de-escalation to ensure safety of employees, customers and clients.
• Examines interior and exterior of the facility and surrounding areas to ensure security.
• Reports and records data such as property damage or unusual occurrences per company policy.
• Warns violators of rule infractions and may apprehend or expel violators.
• Notifies on-site individuals of visitors wishing to see them.
• Assists in responding to emergencies or disasters to preserve life and property (fire safety, active shooter protocol).
• May perform routine input or monitoring of safety and life support computer programs.
• May issue and record ID badges.
• May check heating, lighting, sprinkling, security, ventilation, fire systems to ensure operation.
• May be combined with other position duties.
• Notify supervisor if safety and sanitation standards are not met.
• Other duties pertinent to department or unit’s success may be assigned.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Decision making

Stamina

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The on-call Security Officer provides services for a variety of large and small business clients where health, safety and security is our #1 priority. This is a public environment at Belle Chasse, LA and surrounding areas with the corresponding levels of traffic (employees, visitors, customers, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Personally monitors either visually, electronically or audibly a variety of assigned areas, or grounds by working in a variety of assignments including but not limited to roving inside the facilities, roving in a vehicle, other locations deemed appropriate.

• Ensures own actions and those of others observe maximum level of safety and compliance.


• Will verbally de-escalate situations to ensure the safety of fellow employees, customers and clients.


• Examines the interior and exterior of the facility and surrounding areas to determine they are secure.


• Reports and records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, etc.in accordance with company policies and procedures.


• Warns violators of rule infractions and may apprehend or expel violators.


• Notifies on site individuals of visitors wishing to see them.


• Assists in properly responding to a variety of emergencies or disasters in order to preserve life and property, including but not limited to fire safety, active shooter protocol


• May perform routine input or monitoring of safety and life support computer programs.


• May issue and record ID badges.


• May check heating, lighting, sprinkling, security, ventilation, fire, etc., systems to make sure they are operational.


• May also be combined with other position duties


• Notify supervisor if safety and sanitation standards are not being met.


• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.


• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.


• At least two (2) years of security, law enforcement or military experience preferred.


• A valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS’ vehicle insurance policy.


• As per contract requirements, must be 21 years of age.


• Must have or receive a valid TWIC card prior to employment.


• Must be able to obtain and pay the Louisiana Guard License fee prior to beginning work.


• Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers and clients.


• Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.


• Must be able to be on your feet for up to 12 hours per shift for the scheduled rotation.


• Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read and write English.


• Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the company and client.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoor/Outdoor: Frequently exposed to warm and varied weather conditions.

Noise level: Moderate to Loud

Description of environment: This is a energy facility.

Must constantly be able to stand, sit, walk, climb, push, pull use hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch.

Physical requirements: Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs.

Competencies

• Customer Service – Provides outstanding customer service; manages difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to customer needs; responds to request for service and assistance; meets commitments in a timely manner.


• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to other ideas.


• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification.


• Responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.


• Written Communication – Writes incident, logs and other reports clearly; able to read and interpret written information.