Residential Facility Safety Officer

Securitas Security Services•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Facility Safety Officer helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including access control and patrolling a variety of locations. They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for our client sites pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area.

Requirements

18 years of age or older.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Above average computer / technology skills needed.
Excellent customer service and team leadership skills needed.
Must be able to work independently.
Must be able to remain calm and professional during stressful situations.
Must have great attention to detail and remain vigilant throughout shift.
Must have a professional demeanor.
Must be able to respond to emergencies with rapid / effective judgment and use appropriate escalation.
All candidates must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.
Appropriate I9 Identifications on hand at time of offer.
Willingness to travel 25-30 miles to and from work.
Strong interpersonal and situational awareness skills.
Must have Swing or Grave shift availability.
Must have a strong work ethic and ability to work with a high needs community.
Willingness to accept feedback and is open to communication.
Must be able to adhere to 15 minute, and lunch breaks.
Successful candidate will be able to adhere to all security procedures and post order requirements.
Reliable transportation to commute to and from facility.
Must be able to obtain Colorado Springs Guard Card License ($117.00 out of pocket) and maintain it every year at the same cost.
Attendance is required for in-person interview and new hire orientation if hired.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with vulnerable populations and/or a background in law enforcement is preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet site visitors, residents, client employees, client, and aid as needed.
Conduct foot patrols once an hour, complete daily activity, and incident reports.
Ask unauthorized persons to leave the facility while maintaining a calm and professional composure.
Exposure to critical incidents and direct emergency services as needed while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining a safe distance from unpredictable incidents.
Work with individuals experiencing significant life challenges, while maintaining emotional resilience.
Handles unique situations calmly.
Protects evidence and scene of incidents.
Uses sound judgement during unique situations.
Carries out specific tasks and duties of similar nature and scope as required for assigned site.
Does not engage with or in acts involving violence or threats of violence.
Remains at site for entirety of shift.
Monitors cameras, observes, and reports potential safety hazards.