Security Guard

Township of Woodbridge•Woodbridge, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Woodbridge Township is seeking to hire qualified individuals for the position of Municipal Armed Security Guard(s). This is a part time position and the hours are generally 8:30am-4:30pm. Must have excellent interpersonal skills. Under direction, patrols the building and provides protection to persons gathered therein from harm, and guards and protects public property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal or unauthorized entry; does other related duties as required.

Requirements

Possess a valid New Jersey Driver’s License
Must be SORA Certified
Possess a Retired Officers Permit to Carry a Firearm or have a Permit to Carry a Firearm under SORA
Ability to work alone or as a team
Able to provide a Letter of Recommendation from their previous employer
Excellent interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Stands at a post and maintains orderly flow of individuals on entering and leaving.
Identifies employees and visitors entering or leaving the building by recognition of faces/ID badges.
Observes departing individuals who carry unusually large packages or bundles to prevent the theft of government property such as office equipment, books, films, and so forth, and determines if the individual warrants searching.
Observes individuals entering and leaving premises to ensure their safe and orderly conduct.
Knowledge of security measures in detaining persons.
Preparedness to react promptly to situations requiring action.
Propensity to remain alert while performing repetitive duties.
Ability to maintain order among visitors.
Knowledge of procedures to follow in dealing with an emergency.
Capacity to put up with and handle verbal abuse from a person or a group.