Job Title: Security Officer
Schedule (s): (1) Sat/Sun 7a-3p (2) Sat/Sun 3p-11p (3) Monday-Friday 6a-2p (temporary position until Spring 2026)
Client Industry: Financial Institution
Client Contract: $21.50
Essential FUNCTIONS · The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity. · All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions. ·
1 Controls access to client site or facility through the admittance process; assists visitors with a legitimate need to gain entry to the facility; screens visitors and client employees in an efficient manner to expedite their admittance to the site or facility.
2 Provides an atmosphere in which all client employees and visitors know that the client responds to and cares about their needs; provides a courteous, respectful, and pleasant interaction with each client employee and visitor as perceived from their point of view; presents a good image of the client and its security department.
3 Communicates in a manner that is open, honest, and responsive in all situations; to the extent authorized, provides information regarding the site and surrounding area as requested by visitors.
4 Monitors entrances and exits; acts to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry; controls entrances, the movement of people and vehicles, and parking; operates a gate and examines vehicle contents; monitors remote entrances using closed circuit television; operates remote access devices; in a calm manner directs persons who cause a disturbance to leave the property.
5 Patrols assigned site on foot or in vehicle [valid D.L would be required]; checks for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, blocked ingress and egress, mechanical problems, and unauthorized persons; inspects buildings and grounds using appropriate equipment and protective gear.
6 Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations; sets up barriers and signage, and provides direction or information to others.
7 Prepares logs or reports as required for site; writes and/or types reports and/or enters information in a computer using standard grammar; inspects security control logs and takes action as required.
8. Observes and reports incidents or suspicious activity to client representatives, company management, life/safety personnel or public safety authorities as appropriate for the circumstances and/or as required by the site.
9 Responds to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents or conditions following procedures established for the site, by the company, and/or through training or certification.
10 Acts to ensure that all property removal is conducted within appropriate policy requirements and in accord with client standards; identifies client products or materials among items carried by client employees or visitors.
11 Carries out specific tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for the assigned site.
ENHANCED BENEFITS
Hiring Requirements (Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.)
High school diploma or G.E.D.
We help make your world a safer place.
Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47 countries and have 355,000 employees worldwide and over 150,000 clients.
Securitas plays an essential role for our clients and in society. The Security Officer position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations. They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Frequently our Security Officers will provide customer service and information to a client’s employees and customers.
We are driven by a clear corporate culture and purpose, which helps us live according to our values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. These values are at the heart of our culture, help define who we are and guide our actions.
With over 80 years of protecting the things that matter, we’ve seen more than most. That’s why Securitas is the partner of choice for companies and an employer of choice for candidates worldwide.
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“Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.”
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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.
Benefits include:
Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply.
Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.
Securitas knows Security. It is our only business. As The Leader in Protective Services, we invest in people, knowledge and technology to deliver customized, cost-effective and class-leading solutions. Our parent company, Securitas AB, is a global company headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and employs over 370,000 people in 58 countries. Securitas USA, and its 95,000 employees and more than 500 branch managers, is the most locally-focused security company in the United States.
With a 91% customer retention rate, Securitas is the only organization capable of providing security expertise and solutions across the Six Pillars of Protective Services; specifically: On-Site, Mobile, and Remote Guarding; Electronic Security, Fire & Safety, and Corporate Risk Management. Through our class-leading Securitas Operation Center and by leveraging the largest Mobile footprint in North America, Securitas is now also delivering Integrated Guarding, a customizable and cohesive security solution.
Interested in joining Securitas? Every day more than 10,000 organizations around the world rely on Securitas professionals to keep their human, property and intellectual assets safe and secure. Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities, including security professionals, branch managers, business development staff, and a wide variety of management and leadership roles. Our core values are Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join us!
