Security Officer: Weekday Front Desk & Patrol + Benefits

Blackwell-Professional-Support-Services; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Blackwell, Inc. is seeking a Security Officer to maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, guests, tenants, and vendors. This role blends front desk duties, access control, security monitoring, and routine patrols, with emphasis on accurate reporting and customer service.

The ideal candidate has experience in security operations, administrative support, and digital reporting, and can balance desk work with active patrols across the property. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of security experience preferred.
• Current St. Louis Security License (or ability to obtain one).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional customer service to residents, guests, tenants, vendors, and visitors.
• Manage access control, including issuing and deactivating access badges.
• Monitor visitor check-in and check-out procedures and provide parking validations as needed.
• Assist with property access for special events, deliveries, and contractors.
• Answer incoming calls, respond to inquiries, and direct visitors appropriately.
• Maintain front desk supplies, records, and documentation.
• Monitor security systems, including cameras, alarms, access control systems, and specialized software.
• Conduct routine foot patrols of designated interior and exterior areas to identify suspicious activity, safety hazards, and security concerns.
• Scan designated NFC checkpoint tags during patrols to verify and document the completion of required security rounds.
• Follow established patrol schedules and ensure all required checkpoints are scanned and recorded accurately.
• Monitor entrances, common areas, parking areas, and other assigned locations to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Identify and report unsecured doors, maintenance concerns, suspicious activity, and other unusual conditions.
• Observe, document, and report incidents accurately and promptly.
• Follow established emergency response procedures and facilitate emergency notifications when necessary.
• Maintain detailed daily activity logs, incident reports, and patrol records using digital reporting tools.
• Perform additional security and property-specific duties as assigned.

Skills

Front desk operations

Access control

Patrols

Digital reporting systems

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Reporting software

Job description

Blackwell, Inc. is seeking a Security Officer to maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, guests, tenants, and vendors. This role blends front desk duties, access control, security monitoring, and routine patrols, with emphasis on accurate reporting and customer service.

The ideal candidate has experience in security operations, administrative support, and digital reporting, and can balance desk work with active patrols across the property. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.