Security Officer - Responder

Securitas USA; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas USA is seeking a Temporary Responder to uphold security and safety at the facility. The role requires 1 year of security experience and a valid driver's license.

You will conduct interior and exterior patrols, respond to incidents, and prepare incident reports using a Surface Book.

You will monitor cameras in the SOC, support access control, and contribute to loss prevention. Day, evening, weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of security experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Respond to security incidents as dispatched within designated tier times.
• Conducts patrols of the interior and exterior of the facility.
• Prepares reports on incidents responded to during the shift using a Surface Book device.
• Serves as Incident Commander pending the arrival of a security supervisor or a public service agency.
• Serves as an escort for guests requiring individual escorts through the facility.
• Monitors cameras in the Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Identifies security shortfalls and offers suggestions for improving the security program.
• Maintains logs and records in accordance with the Standard Operations Procedure (SOP).
• Evaluates and escalates potential safety issues within the facility.
• Notify the supervisor upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Incident response

Access control

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Temporary Responder

Wage: $25.00-$27.00/ hour

1 year Security Experience Required

Valid Driver's License Required

SUMMARY: The Responder maintains the security and safety of people and property at the facility. Identifies and escalates issues in accordance with documented policies and procedures. Conducts patrols to ensure the protection of client assets and property. Provides strong customer service, access control, loss prevention, incident response, observation, and reporting for all safety and security incidents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Respond to security incidents as dispatched within designated tier times.
• Conducts patrols of the interior and exterior of the facility.
• Prepares reports on incidents responded to during the shift using a Surface Book device.
• Serves as Incident Commander pending the arrival of a security supervisor or a member of a public service agency (police or fire).
• Serves as an escort for guests requiring individual escorts through the facility.
• Monitors cameras in the Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Identifies security shortfalls and offers suggestions for improving the security program.
• Maintains logs and records in accordance with the Standard Operations Procedure (SOP).
• Evaluates and escalates potential safety issues within the facility.
• Required to know and follow safe work practices and be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Notify the supervisor upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
• Identifies security shortfalls and offers suggestions for improving the security program.

The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified according to business necessity.

All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.

Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately and may include functions, objectives, duties, or tasks not specifically listed herein.

In performing functions, duties, or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices and be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.

All functions, duties, or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical, and professional manner and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.

MINIMUM HIRING STANDARDS:

Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a reliable means of communication, such as a cell phone.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
• Must have the legal right to work in the country.
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently.
• Must have a high school diploma, secondary education equivalent, or GED.
• Must be willing to participate in the company's pre-employment screening process, including a drug screen and background investigation.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• A high school diploma or GED is required. Work experience in the security industry, public service (police, fire), or military is desired. Supervisory experience of 1+ years.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to work during daytime, evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to meet and continue to meet licensing requirements for security officers, as applicable to local, county, and state laws and regulations.
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet requirements for specific skills, certifications, and authorizations specified for the assigned accounts.
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures.
• Knowledge of fire inspection procedures.
• Capable of learning a variety of security and safety devices and controls.
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to take initiative and achieve results.
• Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and decisio