Security Officer Armed I-III AS6417

Oklahoma State University•Tulsa, OK

3d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Security Officers maintain the security of people, buildings, and their contents, and prevent break-ins and theft through guarding and surveillance. The role involves working in a range of environments and responding to situations as they occur, with duties depending on the premises being secured. Officers may be required to show licenses and certifications if selected for an interview: CLEET Certification Phase 1 (Basic), Phase 2 (Officer), and a current driver license.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, conferred on or before the agreed-upon start date.
Valid Oklahoma driver's license.
Current Oklahoma CLEET license in Phase 1 (Basic) and Phase 2 (Officer).
Maintain a reasonable level of physical fitness and strength.
Demonstrate a trustworthy character, a flexible and responsible approach, patience, and a non-judgmental approach.
Have good verbal and written communication skills and basic computer knowledge.
Be able to solve problems, follow instructions, and work independently and as part of a team.
Be confident dealing with difficult or confrontational people and able to respond positively to stressful situations.
Have good customer-care skills and relate well to a wide range of people.
Be able to work with technical equipment such as closed-circuit television.
Be willing to learn new skills, take training opportunities, and stay abreast of changes in security-sector standards.
Have a clean criminal record and be able to build and maintain relationships with teammates, colleagues, and customers.
Be able to work all shifts.
Be able to lift and carry 75 pounds and perform the listed physical activities, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Be able to walk or run up or down multiple flights of stairs, chase a fleeing suspect up to one-half mile, detain a suspect and maintain custody, lift or pull an injured person to safety, and operate a security vehicle in routine and emergency situations.
Be able to stand and/or walk continuously for a regular eight-hour period.

Responsibilities

Patrol one or more premises.
Monitor activity inside and outside premises through observation and closed-circuit television.
Sign visitors in to a building.
Check suspicious packages.
Check building traffic, including people entering and leaving.
Record suspicious activity and take necessary action.
Guard valuables or cash, typically in a secure vehicle.
Communicate relevant information to other security officers using communication devices.
Give directions and other information to visitors.
Write reports for the police or courts.
Conduct general reception duties.
Create and distribute building access cards.