Temporary Security Officer

Securitas Security Services•Santa Fe, NM

About The Position

The Security Officer helps maintain a safe and secure environment for clients by actively monitoring premises, controlling access, and patrolling a variety of locations. The officer preserves order by enforcing regulations and directives at client sites pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. This is a full-time, temporary role based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on a nine-week contract. The schedule consists of four 12-hour shifts. The wage is $20.00 per hour, with eight hours of overtime noted. The posting also lists $110 per day for room and $68 per day for food. Securitas USA describes its core values as Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness and states that it is committed to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Above-average computer and technology skills.
  • Excellent customer service and team leadership skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to remain calm and professional during stressful situations.
  • Great attention to detail and ability to remain vigilant throughout the shift.
  • Professional demeanor.
  • Ability to respond to emergencies with rapid, effective judgment and appropriate escalation.
  • Willingness to participate in the company's pre-employment screening process, including a drug screen and background investigation.
  • Must be able to obtain a level 1 guard card.

Nice To Haves

  • Security, law enforcement, or military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Resolve conflicts and de-escalate situations.
  • Interact frequently with client employees and guests.
  • Identify and report safety issues, hazardous conditions, and suspicious activity.
  • Follow all post orders and complete assigned rounds.
  • Provide customer service and information to client employees and guests.
  • Use technology devices throughout the shift.
  • Conduct tours of the property.
  • Monitor equipment, tools, and materials while crews are away from the job site.
  • Carry out other tasks and duties of similar nature and scope as required for the assigned site.
  • Help maintain a safe and secure environment by monitoring premises, controlling access, and patrolling locations.
  • Preserve order by enforcing regulations and directives for personnel, visitors, and the area.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options.
  • Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Virtual medical appointments through telemedicine.
  • Paid time off.
  • Free uniforms.
  • Paid training.
  • Weekly pay.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • DailyPay access program.
  • Discounts on childcare, pet care, vehicles, cell phones, travel, and more.
  • $110 per day for room.
  • $68 per day for food.
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