Religious Institution Security (Unarmed)

Andy Frain Services•Houston, TX

About The Position

Provide unarmed security detail in accordance with post orders while building working relationships with customers, local law enforcement, and fire departments. Security personnel must remain aware of their surroundings, observe activity in their assigned areas, maintain a professional image, and provide excellent customer service. Work may include controlling entrances and pedestrian or vehicle movement, escorting materials and personnel, inspecting security and fire exposures, performing special assignments, and conducting active foot or mobile patrols on client property. Duties vary based on department size, organizational structure, location, and post assignment. Officers report on time in full uniform; greet customers, visitors, and employees politely; stay current on post-order revisions and information from the customer and AFS; patrol property or maintain a fixed post; report suspicious activity; and investigate accidents and criminal acts. They continuously monitor cameras or other equipment as required, maintain knowledge of emergency policies and procedures, and respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies. Officers complete daily activity reports, log-book entries, incident reports, and other relevant documentation; recommend improvements to safety and loss-prevention processes; meet training and compliance guidelines; and communicate security issues or changes to the Security Supervisor. Reasonable accommodations may be made for certain ADA requirements. Andy Frain Services may modify or assign duties at its discretion.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must possess a valid Level 2 Security License in Texas.
At least 1 year of professional security experience.
High school diploma or GED required.
Valid Texas driver’s license required.
Must agree to undergo monthly background-check renewals.
Must be able to navigate stairs and drive ramps on foot and/or by bicycle.
Must be able to work in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, ice, and snow.
Must demonstrate honesty, alertness, discipline, and constant vigilance.
Strong customer-service skills.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and work as a hands-on, results-oriented employee.
Ability to facilitate change, work as part of a team, and follow directions.
Ability to work with a sense of urgency.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of professional security experience is preferred.
Some college or technical training is a plus.

Responsibilities

Control entrances and the movement of pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
Escort materials and personnel.
Inspect security and fire exposures.
Perform special assignments.
Conduct active foot or mobile patrols on client property, or maintain a fixed post as assigned.
Report to the post on time in full uniform and maintain a professional, friendly image.
Stay informed about revisions to post orders and information distributed by the customer and AFS.
Report suspicious activity and investigate accidents and criminal acts.
Continuously monitor cameras or other equipment as directed by post orders.
Maintain knowledge of emergency policies, procedures, and regulations and respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies.
Complete Daily Activity Reports, log-book entries, incident reports, and other relevant reports.
Recommend improvements to safety and loss-prevention processes.
Meet training and compliance guidelines established by AFS and relevant agencies.
Communicate security issues and changes to the Security Supervisor.