Security Officer (Operations)

Security America • Pittsburgh, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Security America, Inc. is a local West Virginia family-owned company with corporate headquarters in Charleston, WV, and regional offices throughout West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. We are licensed to operate in eight states and provide security services throughout West Virginia, Ohio, Virginia, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, and Tennessee. We are fast responders who provide dependable and affordable service for general and specialized security needs. We are looking for individuals to join our "Success Environment".

Requirements

• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Possess written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to deal with patients in a courteous manner.
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to learn the layout of the property and buildings.
• Ability to communicate using a phone or hand held radios.
• Unarmed officers must have Act 67.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma, GED, or 10 years of verifiable work experience.
• Must pass a Criminal history check, employment verification and references, registered sex-offender search, and drivers license validation.
• Be drug free and able to pass a drug screen (unless undergoing documented medical treatment).
• Be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Be able to communicate effectively both written and orally for the purpose of report writing.
• Be able to interact with a courteous manner with all public and emergency personnel.
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to meet state licensing requirements for Security Officers, if required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors an assigned area.
• Report suspicious activities and document all suspicious activity.
• Investigates reports of suspicious activity on the property.
• Access control at the gate for students, staff, and guests.
• Communicate with emergency personnel if needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• IRA options
• Paid Vacation
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Pension/Retirement
• Special Incentive Plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED