Retail Security Officer

Andy Frain Services•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Job Summary: - Flex - The Mall at Green Hills Provide security detail as outlined in the post orders and establish working relationships with customers, local law enforcement and fire departments. Security personnel will always perform job duties with a constant awareness of surroundings, making note of all activity that takes place in the assigned area. Security Officers must maintain a professional image and always demonstrate excellent customer service. Basic Functions: Control of entrances and movement of pedestrian and vehicle traffic. Patrol of buildings and perimeters. Escort of material and personnel. Inspection of security and fire exposures. Special assignments. Responsibilities: Duties may vary depending on department size, organizational structure, geographic location and post assignments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow for certain ADA requirements. Overall general function of officers is to provide security detail as described below (Note: duties may vary depending on post orders): Be on time and report to post in full uniform. Maintain professional image that includes greeting customers, visitors and employees in a polite and friendly manner. Be proactive in knowing all revisions to post orders and general information distributed by the customer and AFS. Patrol physical property or maintain fixed post position, being diligent to report any suspicious activity and investigate accidents and criminal acts. Monitor cameras or equipment in a continuous fashion as outlined in the post orders. Maintain a working knowledge of all emergency policies, procedures and regulations to be able to respond to alarms, incidents and emergency situations. Complete Daily Activity Reports, Log Book entries, Incident Reports and all relevant reports related to job assignment. Make recommendations to management on better safety and loss prevention processes as identified during daily routine. Have knowledge of any life safety systems, fire panels, CCTV system computer, and other such equipment to complete job assignments. Ensure continuous and safe operation of all elevators and access doors. Know authorized contractor personnel who are responsible for maintenance and upkeep of equipment. Ensure training and compliance guidelines are met as outlined by AFS and other agencies regulating the customer / market. Communicate on a daily basis with Security Supervisor any new Security Issues or changes that need to be considered or implemented. Skills and Abilities: A security officer is to be honest, alert and well-disciplined as the custodians of employee and customer property and safety. Constant and dedicated vigilance. Strong customer service skills, exemplifying Andy Frain Services Mission Statement. Ability to be a hands-on, results oriented employee, handling multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to facilitate progressive change, work as part of a team and follow directions. Work with a sense of urgency. Strong oral and written communications skills. This description portrays in general terms the type and level(s) of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor the specific duties of any one incumbent. Andy Frain Services reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in the position description, in the Company's sole and absolute discretion. Duties other than those expressly specified may be assigned from time to time. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity. Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties or tasks not specifically listed herein. In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions. All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives. 1. The delivery of quality service and positive interaction with our customers is critical to the completion of all the tasks within this job description. The ability to greet all visitors, vendors, and employees; while continuously maintaining the standards of excellence in presentation and professionalism. This is also a requirement of your staff. 2. Provide lead direction at assigned client site(s); to enforce security/safety programs and ensure that post orders are followed, that established rounds are completed, and that adequate reports and logs are filed daily and weekly. 3. Develop and implement security procedures and compliance with facility policies and procedures and applicable stated and federal laws. Maintain a working knowledge of all emergency policies, procedures and regulations; respond immediately to emergency alarms or calls for help, determine course of action, notify appropriate authorities and assist as needed. 4. Knowledge of life safety systems, fire panels, CCTV system computers. Staff is to ensure the continuous and safe operation of all elevators and access doors is critical. Maintain contact with authorized personnel/contractors who are responsible for maintenance and upkeep of said devices. 5. Equipment operation will include use of portable radios, telephones, copy and fax machines, computers and tools. This includes making daily inspection of all vehicles assigned to job site and noting any damages so that repairs can be handled immediately thus maximizing use of the units at all times. 6. May counsel and discipline personnel as appropriate; seeks advice from company management or designated representatives as appropriate; meets personally with employees and documents counseling and disciplinary actions. 7. Assists in the training of Security Officers and Shift Lead Officers, and review of post orders ensuring that Guards have competent knowledge of assignments. 8. Communicate with Operations manager daily and weekly regarding account performance and Security Officer performance. Communicate daily and weekly regarding security and safety issues/changes that need to be implemented. 9. Assists in the submission of payroll and personnel information to the company as designated. 10. In conjunction with company management or designated company representatives acts to ensure adequate security coverage of all posts. 11. Inspects posts as scheduled and meets with Staff to outline tasks and responsibilities. Ensure that Staff sign in and out for their scheduled shifts accurately for every shift. 12. Meets with client representatives as scheduled or as needed to provide assurance that all security requirements are being met and to provide quality customer service. 13. Carry out other duties as assigned by Managing Director.

Requirements

A security officer is to be honest, alert and well-disciplined as the custodians of employee and customer property and safety.
Constant and dedicated vigilance.
Strong customer service skills, exemplifying Andy Frain Services Mission Statement.
Ability to be a hands-on, results oriented employee, handling multiple priorities simultaneously.
Ability to facilitate progressive change, work as part of a team and follow directions.
Work with a sense of urgency.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
High School Diploma and/or equivalent
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation; any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
Minimum 2 years prior experience in loss prevention, life safety, CCTV systems and access computer system.
One year (1 yr.) of which must be in the capacity of a management position within the Security Industry.
Valid Driver’s License
Complete all licensing requirements as mandated by the State.
High School Diploma and/or equivalent (GED).
Must be willing to submit to a background and drug screen; any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
Minimum 3 -- 6 months prior experience in loss prevention, life safety, CCTV systems or access computer systems.
State Guard license is required.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree.
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CPR and First Aid Certification a plus.
Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

Responsibilities

Control of entrances and movement of pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
Patrol of buildings and perimeters.
Escort of material and personnel.
Inspection of security and fire exposures.
Special assignments.
Be on time and report to post in full uniform.
Maintain professional image that includes greeting customers, visitors and employees in a polite and friendly manner.
Be proactive in knowing all revisions to post orders and general information distributed by the customer and AFS.
Patrol physical property or maintain fixed post position, being diligent to report any suspicious activity and investigate accidents and criminal acts.
Monitor cameras or equipment in a continuous fashion as outlined in the post orders.
Maintain a working knowledge of all emergency policies, procedures and regulations to be able to respond to alarms, incidents and emergency situations.
Complete Daily Activity Reports, Log Book entries, Incident Reports and all relevant reports related to job assignment.
Make recommendations to management on better safety and loss prevention processes as identified during daily routine.
Have knowledge of any life safety systems, fire panels, CCTV system computer, and other such equipment to complete job assignments. Ensure continuous and safe operation of all elevators and access doors. Know authorized contractor personnel who are responsible for maintenance and upkeep of equipment.
Ensure training and compliance guidelines are met as outlined by AFS and other agencies regulating the customer / market.
Communicate on a daily basis with Security Supervisor any new Security Issues or changes that need to be considered or implemented.
The delivery of quality service and positive interaction with our customers is critical to the completion of all the tasks within this job description. The ability to greet all visitors, vendors, and employees; while continuously maintaining the standards of excellence in presentation and professionalism. This is also a requirement of your staff.
Provide lead direction at assigned client site(s); to enforce security/safety programs and ensure that post orders are followed, that established rounds are completed, and that adequate reports and logs are filed daily and weekly.
Develop and implement security procedures and compliance with facility policies and procedures and applicable stated and federal laws. Maintain a working knowledge of all emergency policies, procedures and regulations; respond immediately to emergency alarms or calls for help, determine course of action, notify appropriate authorities and assist as needed.
Knowledge of life safety systems, fire panels, CCTV system computers. Staff is to ensure the continuous and safe operation of all elevators and access doors is critical. Maintain contact with authorized personnel/contractors who are responsible for maintenance and upkeep of said devices.
Equipment operation will include use of portable radios, telephones, copy and fax machines, computers and tools. This includes making daily inspection of all vehicles assigned to job site and noting any damages so that repairs can be handled immediately thus maximizing use of the units at all times.
May counsel and discipline personnel as appropriate; seeks advice from company management or designated representatives as appropriate; meets personally with employees and documents counseling and disciplinary actions.
Assists in the training of Security Officers and Shift Lead Officers, and review of post orders ensuring that Guards have competent knowledge of assignments.
Communicate with Operations manager daily and weekly regarding account performance and Security Officer performance. Communicate daily and weekly regarding security and safety issues/changes that need to be implemented.
Assists in the submission of payroll and personnel information to the company as designated.
In conjunction with company management or designated company representatives acts to ensure adequate security coverage of all posts.
Inspects posts as scheduled and meets with Staff to outline tasks and responsibilities. Ensure that Staff sign in and out for their scheduled shifts accurately for every shift.
Meets with client representatives as scheduled or as needed to provide assurance that all security requirements are being met and to provide quality customer service.
Carry out other duties as assigned by Managing Director.