Position Summary
A security officer is responsible for helping protect a client’s physical, human and intellectual assets and deliver “legendary” customer service in the performance of their duties. Security officers are required to perform a wide range of duties based on the nuances of a client’s property, the services agreement between the client and SecurAmerica and the post where the officer is to be assigned.
Duties/Responsibilities
Provide “LEGENDARY and RESPONSIVE” customer service in representing SecurAmerica and the client based on site and post instructions.
Help deter, deflect, detect, investigate and/or resolve all activity that could result in loss or liability for the customer including criminal incidents, fire hazards and safety conditions.
Serve as a representative of the client in noticing and remedying any condition that could reflect poorly on the client’s brand.
Enforce client security, safety and fire/life safety rules, procedures and protocols.
Maintain a high level of visibility, vigilance and professionalism while on post and while on patrol.
Effectively and efficiently respond to client, contractor and visitor inquiries and service requests; graciously assist all parties as needed.
Conduct proactive and comprehensive interior and exterior security patrols and inspections of the property.
Immediately and appropriately respond to emergency situations according to specified protocols.
Complete required reports, logs and paperwork in a timely method that meets or exceeds account quality standards.
Fully comply with the terms of SecurAmerica’s security services agreement, site post orders/procedures and client performance standards
Perform other duties as required
EXPERIENCE
Stable work history
Previous customer service and/or security experience desired
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED
COMPETENCIES
Excellent appearance and professional demeanor
Good listening, verbal and written communication skills
Sound judgment
Computer literate and ability to use email, access the internet and use Microsoft Word
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be 21 years or older
US Citizen
Ability to successfully pass a thorough background investigation and drug test
Valid driver’s license
Must meet all requirements to obtain a security officer’s license (applicable in only those jurisdictions that require such a license)
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
Open job postingAbout the company
American Security Programs is a premium contract security services company based in Northern Virginia and a wholly owned subsidiary of SecurAmerica. Our mission is to provide legendary and responsive security service solutions to our client, which provides uncompromising value, cost effectiveness, and results to our clients' diverse business needs. The company was founded upon a single guiding principal: The founder's vision of a truly quality-oriented company, the executives of which would remain available, accountable and in touch with every customer.