Security Officer: Patrol, Access & Incident Response

Security America Inc.; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

IRA options

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Security America, Inc. in Charleston, WV is seeking a reliable Security Officer to patrol assigned areas, monitor for suspicious activity, report incidents, and coordinate with local law enforcement as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma (preferred) with CPR/BLS and Crisis Intervention training within specified days; strong observation, communication, confidentiality, and the ability to work flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred or security experience.
• Must obtain CPR/BLS certification within 60 days of starting.
• Must obtain Crisis Intervention training within 90 days of starting.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors an assigned area; report suspicious activities and document all suspicious activity.
• Contacts law enforcement or fire department in case of an emergency.
• After business hours, checks doors, windows, and gates to ensure the property is secure.
• Investigates reports of suspicious activity on the property.
• Escorts discharged staff, trespassers, and other unwelcome parties off the premises.
• Coordinate daily security team functions to complete tasks efficiently.
• Provides written documentation of activities, incidents, premises safety, accidents, theft, vandalism and other data to supervision.
• Responds to emergencies to provide assistance to visitors, staff and site personnel.
• Monitors and controls access of visitors, vendors, staff according to policy.

Skills

Observational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Calm under pressure

Learn property layout

Radio/phone communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma preferred

CPR/BLS certification within 60 days

Crisis Intervention training within 90 days

Job description

Security America, Inc. in Charleston, WV is seeking a reliable Security Officer to patrol assigned areas, monitor for suspicious activity, report incidents, and coordinate with local law enforcement as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma (preferred) with CPR/BLS and Crisis Intervention training within specified days; strong observation, communication, confidentiality, and the ability to work flexible schedules.