Security Patrol Officer

signal-careers; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Signal is seeking a Patrol Officer to perform mobile security duties across courtyards, offices, pools and high-value areas. You will operate a patrol vehicle, prepare clear reports, and ensure post orders are followed with a focus on safety and service.

The role requires punctuality, a valid driver’s license, a high school diploma or GED, background check and drug test, and the ability to lift up to 20 pounds. Signal is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Soft skills required to deliver services reflecting company values and achieving client peace of mind.
• Effective planning and execution of daily patrol duties within deadlines.
• Understanding company metrics and driving performance while managing time on property.
• Clear communication with clients, team members and management; timely feedback and follow-up.
• Daily task execution and reporting of maintenance needs for company assets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mobile security patrols (foot/vehicle) in designated areas per post orders.
• Write detailed, accurate reports using company tech and apps for each shift.
• Arrive on time, clock in/out, follow instructions and dress code.
• Interact with clients and on-site staff to foster a service-focused relationship.
• Report client or property concerns to Patrol Supervisor promptly.
• Manage assigned patrol vehicle maintenance (fuel, wash, interior cleanliness).
• Care for Signal equipment (radios, access keys/cards, uniforms, devices).
• Meet daily benchmarks and report quality and service levels to supervisor.
• De-escalate incidents professionally and promptly.
• Communicate updates on client needs and route changes to ensure efficiency.

Skills

Visioning

Strategic Planning

Financial Acumen

Team Development

Project Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary:

A Signal Patrol Officer will conduct patrols, (foot and vehicle) for courtyards, offices, pools, and other high value areas to ensure all required access points are properly secured and to ensure protection of property and residents with a high degree of attentiveness to details and safety.All duties listed below are minimum requirements – additional duties listed in the site’s Post Orders are requirements as well.

Soft Skills:

• Visioning: Understanding the big picture and requirements necessary to deliver services that reflect company values, goals, and purpose. Can you exhibit our core values, creating peace of mind for our clients?


• Strategic Planning: Effective engagement, communication, planning and execution of daily patrol responsibilities while meeting established deadlines. Can you effectively complete a route in the allotted time?


• Financial Acumen: Understanding company measurements while executing the necessary behaviors to drive performance. Can you manage your time on property which equates with meeting the company benchmark?


• Team Development: Communicate with Clients, team members and management effectively and in a timely manner, receiving and relaying feedback and executing follow up as needed. Can you work cohesively with a team, delivering on key objectives?


• Project Management: Complete understanding and execution of daily tasks and efficiently delivering services that meet the needs of the business.Can you complete your daily assigned tasks and communicate maintenance needs of company assets?

Responsibilities:

• Will conduct and deliver various mobile security services while operating company patrol vehicle that reflect the company’s values, expectations, and consistent service in alignment with site specific instructions/post orders.


• Will write detailed and accurate reports utilizing company technology and web or app-based software during each shift that align with site instruction/post orders.


• The Ability to consistently arrive on time for shifts, clock in and out, meet time commitments, follow instruction, follow dress code and appearance standards and expectations


• Interacting with internal and external customers on site cultivating a customer service relationship striving to provide peace of mind.


• Consistently communicates with the Advanced Patrol Officer and or the Branch Patrol Supervisor to promptly report any customer or property related information and concerns.


• Will be assigned a vehicle that officer is responsible for during their shift to include fueling, washing, interior cleanliness, and inspecting.


• Responsible for the care of any Signal equipment assigned during shift including radios, access keys/cards, uniforms, and devices, etc.


• Manage daily activities while meeting key benchmarks and expectations set by the Branch Patrol Supervisor such as reporting standards and service quality.


• Consistently deescalate issues through communication in a professional and prompt manner.


• Communicate with the Branch Patrol Supervisor to receive and disseminate information through Branch Supervisor Daily Scrum, such as the client needs, route changes, and post order updates to ensure operational excellence and efficiency.

Requirements:

• 21 years of age or older


• High school diploma or GED


• Pass background check and drug test


• Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record


• Must have reliable transportation


• Complete training modules within first month


• Excellent organization, oral, and written communication skills


• Demonstrate a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times


• Must be able to move equipment weighing up to 20 pounds

Signal is an equal opportunity employer.Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.