Access Control Security Officer

Securitas Security Services • New Albany, OH

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Secure a construction site with physical security, which requires managing a guard shack, possessing great customer service skills, conducting tours, and performing patrols. Securitas is hiring reliable and professional Security Officers to help protect people, property, and assets at our client sites. This role is ideal for someone who is observant, calm under pressure, and committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment. Securitas is a global leader in security services. We value professionalism, integrity, and teamwork, and we’re committed to helping our employees grow their careers. Securitas’ mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits. Securitas’ core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community. Integrity: Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don’t compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information. Vigilance: Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don’t. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers’ premises. Helpfulness: As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company
• May be required to hold and continue to meet the requirements for any applicable state, county and municipal license for Security Officers
• Knowledge of security operations with an emphasis on patrol, inspection and response services
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
• Ability to provide positive direction and motivate performance
• Understanding of a variety of security and safety devices and controls
• Ability to learn quickly and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments
• Ability to be an effective team member
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances
• Courteous telephone manner
• Ability to adapt to various sites and changes in post procedures
• Ability to write routine correspondence, including logs and reports
• Good organizational skills
• Strong customer service and results orientation
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, at various social levels and across diverse cultures
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey, in addition to any mandatory licensing requirements

Nice To Haves

• Prior security experience preferred but not required
• Customer service or public-facing experience is a plus
• Minimum 2 years of experience in retail preferred

Responsibilities

• Monitor premises to prevent and detect security issues
• Control access to the site by checking IDs, badges, and visitor logs
• Patrol assigned areas on foot or by vehicle as required
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies in a professional manner
• Complete accurate daily activity and incident reports
• Provide excellent customer service to employees, visitors, and clients
• Enforce site-specific rules, policies, and procedures

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work
• Availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday (for some populations, with restrictions and fees)
• Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED