Senior Unarmed Security Guard

Eckerd Connects; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision in

9 days of Vacation in the first year

Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer

Workers Compensation

AD&D Insurance

PSLF Eligible Employer

Job summary

Eckerd Connects in Laredo, Texas seeks a vigilant Security Guard II to supervise Security and Transportation staff on assigned shifts, ensure policy compliance, and conduct periodic center tours. You will act as primary contact for on‑duty staff, law enforcement, and emergencies when the manager is unavailable.

The role protects life and property, keeps logs of incidents, communicates urgent issues to the Center Director, and supports center operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two-years related experience in security preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in related field or 4 years professional experience working with youth preferred.
• Validdriver'slicenseinthestateofemploymentwithanacceptabledrivingrecord preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• The Guard II supervises Security and Transportation personnel on assigned shifts to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Tours the center periodically to insure a continual awareness of center activity.
• In the absence of the Safety, Security and Transportation Manager, function on assigned shift as primary on center contact for on-duty supervisors, law enforcement agencies and other on-duty staff for immediate response to situations requiring Safety, Security and Transportation staff attention.
• The Guard II performs security advisor/officer duties and provides supervision to staff to protect life and property against theft, vandalism, misappropriation, fire, flood, or similar disaster on assigned shift in compliance with government, corporate, and management directives.
• Maintains a logbook, registering all calls received, unusual occurrences, observations and decisions made, or action taken..
• Informs the Safety, Security and Transportation Manager and/or the Center Director of anything that warrants immediate attention, including major incidents, extreme emergencies, unscheduled arrival of important visitors, etc.

Skills

Security supervision

Shift leadership

Public safety

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Hourly Rate:$19.00

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Guard II supervises Security and Transportation personnel on assigned shifts to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Tours the center periodically to insure a continual awareness of center activity.
• In the absence of the Safety, Security and Transportation Manager, function on assigned shift as primary on center contact for on-duty supervisors, law enforcement agencies and other on-duty staff for immediate response to situations requiring Safety, Security and Transportation staff attention.
• The Guard II performs security advisor/officer duties and provides supervision to staff to protect life and property against theft, vandalism, misappropriation, fire, flood, or similar disaster on assigned shift in compliance with government, corporate, and management directives.
• Maintains a logbook, registering all calls received, unusual occurrences, observations and decisions made, or action taken..
• Informs the Safety, Security and Transportation Manager and/or the Center Director of anything that warrants immediate attention, including major incidents, extreme emergencies, unscheduled arrival of important visitors, etc.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two-years related experience and/or training with organized security department preferred.
• Prefer Bachelor's degree in related field or 4 years professional experience working with youth preferred.
• Validdriver'slicenseinthestateofemploymentwithanacceptabledrivingrecord preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About Our Program

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Our Program Location

1701 Island Street

Please follow the link for more information about this program:https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Relay Services Dial 711.

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Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

Location(s)

1701 Island Street, Laredo , Texas 78041 , United States

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Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. If you need assistance or accommodation, email [e-mail]. Relay Services Dial 711.

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