Security Guard

alleghenyc•Pittsburgh, PA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

ALCOSAN is committed to providing wastewater treatment services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. From our Board of Directors to our Executive Director, leadership and staff; we work to enhance the community’s quality of life and safety by protecting our rivers and streams. After 60 years of continued design, construction and operations of the sewer system and treatment plant, we now have 400 plus employees serving residential, commercial and industrial customers in 83 communities throughout Allegheny County. Position Summary The Security Guard is responsible for providing physical security measures to protect organizational assets, employees, visitors, contractors, and facilities.

Requirements

Extensive / Considerable knowledge of using all tools, equipment and materials of trade.
Extensive / Considerable knowledge of Microsoft 365
Ability to perform multiple security rounds during assigned shift.
Ability to document all incidents electronically.
Ability to visually monitor surveillance camera(s) and communicate issues/concerns.
Ability to execute situational awareness
Ability to operate security vehicles during tour of duty.
Ability to demonstrate integrity and professional ethics.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive personnel and security information.
Ability to resolve conflicts through de-escalation strategies.
Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations.
Ability to identify and respond to threats and vulnerabilities
At least one year of security, law enforcement or military experience.
Valid Driver’s License.
CPR, AED, First Aid, and OC Spray Certifications must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time.

Nice To Haves

Criminal Justice degree is preferred.
Act 235 Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides physical security presence at assigned post.
Enforces access control procedures.
Monitors video surveillance cameras.
Performs visitor reception duties including identification checks and visitor credentialing verification.
Performs scheduled patrols and building security checks to identify safety hazards, security concerns and unauthorized activity.
Completes security inspections and lock up procedures.
Responds to alarm notifications and investigates disturbances.
Maintains adherence to visitor management, visitor screening, and facility access procedures.
Documents daily activities and irregularities. Initiates Incident reports as needed.
Conducts weekly tests of the emergency evacuation alarm system.
Provides transportation, as needed.
Traffic control.
Serves as a first responder to security incidents, emergencies and safety related situations.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.