Security Guard I - WPB

Arcata Associates, Inc.•West Palm Beach, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Arcata Associates, Inc. is seeking a Security Guard I to support its AUTEC West Palm Beach facility in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors, and government assets. The role involves observing and reporting security and emergency situations, controlling access, monitoring alarms and CCTV, and carrying out established security procedures. The guard may work at a fixed post, make rounds on foot, or escort people or property, and will intervene directly only when minimal action is needed to safeguard people or property. The position also includes visitor assistance, pass and ID functions, recordkeeping, incident documentation and investigation, and use of the LENEL Monitoring system and Microsoft Office products. Reliable and consistent attendance and continued physical fitness are required.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
Ability and willingness to work overnight shifts.
High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of related experience.
Valid driver's license.
Basic administrative, clerical, and computer skills in a Windows environment.
Ability to meet minimum physical standards, including performing normal or emergency duties involving physical exertion such as standing, walking, driving, or jumping for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Current Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Observe and report security and emergency situations.
Inspect and control access of materials into and out of facilities.
Conduct security checks of assigned facilities and areas.
Monitor alarms and CCTV and take appropriate action when necessary.
Intervene directly only in situations requiring minimal action to safeguard property or people.
Serve at a fixed post, make rounds on foot, or escort people or property.
Maintain logs.
Document and investigate security incidents and accidents as required.
Perform Pass and ID functions.
Assist visitors and customers by answering questions and giving directions.
Maintain a level of continued physical fitness.
Follow detailed instructions and procedures to ensure emergencies and security violations are discovered and reported to the appropriate authority.
Operate the LENEL Monitoring system.
Use Microsoft Office products to update and create reports.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.