Unarmed Security Officer - #001FV

Stark Security•Chicago, IL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Serve as an Unarmed Security Guard providing emergency aid, security, and protection of clients’ life and property while patrolling a fixed-post business in Forest View, Illinois. The role is described as a first-responder position grounded in dedication, excellence, commitment, respect, partnership-building, creativity, resourcefulness, and compassion. Guards serve a diverse and growing community of guards and clients. The full-time schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The part-time schedule is Sunday and Monday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The starting pay rate is $18–$19 per hour. The position is non-exempt. Paid uniforms, holiday pay, and a retirement program are offered.

Requirements

High school qualification or equivalent.
At least 18 years of age and a United States citizen.
Able to obtain a PERC license within 30 days of employment.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet the department’s insurance requirements.
Must never have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that reflects adversely on the capacity to serve as a security guard.
Ability to apply criminal justice and crime prevention techniques.
Ability to read and interpret laws and orders.
Ability to perform departmentally authorized use-of-force techniques to physically arrest criminal suspects.
Strong ability to maintain composure in adverse conditions.
Ability to work under stress, remain calm, and calm others during rapidly changing circumstances.
Ability to multitask when different and sometimes conflicting events occur simultaneously.
Computer knowledge for scheduling, reporting, and other duties.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with others under any conditions.
Able to work in a 24-hour environment with varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Must pass a criminal background check, drug screening including marijuana, psychological evaluation, written test, and physical test.
Able to perform the stated physical demands, including constant seeing, hearing, feeling, standing, and walking; occasional carrying of objects over 50 pounds, reaching, stooping, climbing, balancing, bending, twisting, handling paperwork, running, jumping, crawling, and kneeling.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned property to prevent crime and enforce laws and business policies.
Prevent, observe, report, and act on conditions involving crime or danger; check buildings for security.
Observe structures, people, and vehicles for suspicious activity.
Make arrests as appropriate.
Provide professional and credible testimony in court.
Prepare reports and records related to arrests, incidents, and daily activity.
Provide excellent internal and external customer service and create positive customer experiences through professional, courteous behavior and creative problem resolution.
Develop safe work habits and follow required safety policies, procedures, and techniques.
Contribute to the safety of self, coworkers, and the public.
Participate in ongoing training.
Follow standards outlined in the Employee Handbook and General Orders.
Complete an acceptable quantity and quality of work within established timelines.
Support and respect workplace diversity.
Perform other assigned tasks.