Unarmed Security Officer

GLOBAL GAMING SOLUTIONS LLC•Grand Prairie, TX

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About The Position

The Unarmed Security Officer ensures the safety and security of customers and employees, protects property, and maintains order in a courteous, attentive, and informative manner. The role is seasonal at LSP Grandstand in Grand Prairie, Texas. The officer patrols property, monitors surveillance equipment, inspects buildings and access points, checks that doors are secured, identifies hazards, and responds to unusual incidents. The position involves assisting the Sergeant with security enforcement and surveillance, documenting observations and incidents, communicating with management and dispatch, assisting the public, and taking appropriate action during emergencies, including rendering first aid. Officers must follow company and regulatory requirements, maintain confidentiality and integrity, attend required training and meetings, and wear and maintain assigned uniforms and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination.
One year of experience as a Security Officer, military police officer, or law enforcement officer involving public contact.
Valid driver’s license.
Must pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any applicable regulatory agency to perform essential job functions, including Texas Racing Commission and Texas Commission of Private Security licensing.
Ability to act quickly and intelligently in emergencies and work effectively under highly stressful conditions.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate clearly orally and in writing, including compiling detailed and cohesive written reports.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills, ethical work habits, and high integrity.
Working knowledge and skill in self-defense and controlling uncooperative subjects; ability to apply force in accordance with department policies and procedures.
Ability to use diplomacy when dealing with people in sensitive situations.
Knowledge of basic fire prevention and control techniques.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend effectively in English.
Ability to operate communications equipment, call numbers, emergency signals, and security alarm systems.
Ability to apply first-responder techniques when providing emergency first aid, including triage and CPR.
Ability to operate a personal computer and standard office equipment for simple administrative tasks.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting, and other movements.

Nice To Haves

Some experience in protective service, military security, or similar work.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Patrol property and monitor surveillance equipment; inspect buildings, equipment, and access points.
Check and verify that doors are secured, inspect for fire or other hazards, and inform Sergeants of hazards.
Respond to and report unusual incidents, taking appropriate action to prevent or minimize hazardous situations.
Assist the Sergeant in enforcing security regulations and participate in surveillance activities, including apprehending violators and disruptive patrons as directed and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Complete reports documenting observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interview witnesses and obtain signatures as needed.
Maintain contact with management and dispatch using telephones, radios, and other electronic equipment.
Take appropriate action and render first aid during emergencies such as accidents, fires, and illnesses; promptly notify a supervisor and/or dispatch of emergencies.
Interact with the public courteously and informatively, and assist patrons and employees with questions, problems, and concerns.
Follow safety policies and procedures and applicable state and federal rules and regulations.
Obtain first aid, CPR, AED, and additional emergency medical training as scheduled and required by operational needs.
Attend departmental staff meetings, emergency preparedness training, and safety training as scheduled.
Disseminate information and assignments as needed.
Meet and maintain licensing criteria of the Texas Commission on Private Security and the Texas Racing Commission.
Maintain strict confidentiality and high integrity and contribute to team efforts by completing related duties as needed.
Wear and maintain the uniform and equipment assigned according to Lone Star Park requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.