Security Flex Officer

E.K.G. Security•Opelika, AL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

EKG Security, Inc. is hiring a full-time Security Flex Officer to provide reliable, unarmed protection and service across client sites in the Opelika, Alabama area. The role involves fixed and roving patrols, customer service, observation and reporting, responding to critical situations, and enforcing client procedures and standards. Officers must have open availability to work any shift, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. The position requires short-notice availability throughout the service area and completion of crisis-prevention and site-specific training before serving as a qualified officer. Applicants will undergo motor vehicle, drug, and criminal background checks. EKG Security, Inc. has provided security services since 1992 and describes itself as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business. The company emphasizes tailored client and community solutions, professional standards, competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old or meet the minimum age required by the state.
Have customer service experience.
Have a valid driver's license.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Have at least 2 years of security experience and/or military or law-enforcement experience.
Have strong communication and customer service skills.
Know how to operate a radio, telephone, and console monitors.
Be authorized to work legally in the United States.
Have effective verbal and written English communication skills.
Have reliable transportation that enables short-notice response throughout the Opelika area.
Be able to complete crisis-prevention and site-specific training before serving as a qualified security officer.
Be able to pass any state-required training or other qualifications for licensing.
Be able to stand for long periods, including 8 or more hours.
Be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
Be able to lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
Be able to reach overhead with loads of 10 to 25 pounds.
Be able to walk up and down stairs while carrying loads up to 50 pounds.
Be able to walk and stand for extended periods and use ladders.
Be able to work at a desk and use a keyboard.
Be available to work any shift, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays.
Pass motor vehicle, drug, and criminal background checks.

Nice To Haves

An associate's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide fixed and roving patrol security at various client sites.
Deliver excellent customer service and represent the company professionally to clients.
Observe, deter, and report unauthorized or unusual activities at assigned sites.
Respond quickly and effectively to critical situations.
Write detailed, accurate reports about incidents and daily activities.
Enforce client procedures, regulations, and standards professionally.