Job Description
This position is designated as a safety and security sensitive position pursuant tothe Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act and is subject to drug and alcohol testing. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Control access points to Stephens property to prevent unauthorized entry and illegal removal of assets. This includes making positive eye contact with each person and acknowledging them as they enter the property, issuing a polite verbal greeting and assisting them with questions, directions, etc.This also includes issuing a polite verbal farewell as people depart the property.
NOTE: a security officer is often the very first and very last impression an employee, guest, tenant or visitor will have of our company - it is critical that you present a professional, capable and friendly image as people both arrive and depart our facilities.Upwards of 90% of an Officer's day to day job involves delivering world class customer service.
- Foot patrol inside and around the perimeter of the property for the purpose of preventing unauthorized access, unauthorized/illegal activities such as security violations, thefts, pilferage, acts of vandalism, misconduct, etc. that may be detrimental to the company, its tenants and its employees. These patrols are also designed to detect and/or prevent serious maintenance issues such as water leaks, malfunctioning equipment, etc.
- Challenge unauthorized persons found on Stephens property.
- Monitor closed circuit television system to oversee safety, security, and traffic on Stephens property.Operate, monitor and maintain all other safety and security systems.
- Maintain constant alert for suspicious activity/individuals/vehicles/etc., safety hazards or incidents and takes action to correct related problems; issues citations for parking violations and tow vehicles as deemed necessary.
- Intercede as necessary in physical disturbances or to prevent property removal or damage. Subdue individuals when necessary.
- Communicate with all employees to increase their security awareness regarding corporate policy and procedure regarding safety & security.
- Respond to emergency/non-emergency situations and provide backup support to other security units in a timely manner.Assist victims of offenses.Provide or request other services as needed (i.e. police unit, fire unit, ambulance, towing service, etc.)
- Assist persons who are incapacitated due to an emergency situation.Provide first-aid services if necessary.Transport persons to other locations as necessary in responding to an emergency.
- Assist law enforcement officers as necessary.
- Conduct building surveys/security audits to ensure the safety and security of Stephens employees, tenants, and property.
- Write reports concerning security activities. Communicate information by radio, telephone etc.Process and update records (electronic and written) pertaining to security activities requiring appropriate documentation and record retention.
- Coordinate and record the issuance and retrieval of equipment/supplies; issuance & retrieval of access cards; visitor, tenant & employee clearance; etc.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by management.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE - High School diploma or general education degree (GED) plus two years of college courses in a related field
- 2+ years of full-time related experience in law enforcement, emergency management, military or corporate security
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS - Current valid driver's license to operate company vehicles. A DUI/DWI conviction or pending charge may be a disqualifying factor for this position.
- Must have or qualify for a Private Security Officer License (PSO).
- Employee must maintain current active status of all required licenses and must carry the license at all times while on duty.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS - Must be 21 years of age, bondable and meet all minimum requirements in the state of Arkansas as it pertains to private security officers.
- Must not have a formal discipline within the previous six-month period and must have a recommendation letter from current supervisor.
- As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test
PHYSICAL ABILITY Physical stamina in all of its forms is a basic requirement of this position.This position requires initial training that involves strenuous physical activity such as running, sprinting, stooping, kneeling, laying down, climbing stairs, etc.In order to demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is required to undergo an initial evaluation of the following abilities:
- Withstand the physical demands of responding to emergency situations
- Work under stress
- Subdue attackers in close proximity or after running a short distance in pursuit
- Physically control violent or unruly crowds
- Respond to an emergency with unplanned strenuous physical activity
- Climb stairs or ramps in pursuit or in emergency
- Sit, stand and walk for at least 2 hours
- Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds unassisted
- Constant use of both hands and arms to reach/handle/grasp, use phone, write reports, and perform other administrative tasks
- Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination
- Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments
This job could potentially be an armed position. If armed, the physical requirements will be:
Initial Employment Standards Essential Task Test Event Initial Employment Standard Vertical Jump
12.5 inches
1 Repetition Max Weight Bench Press
70% of body weight
300 Meter Run
84.0 seconds
Sit Ups
22 or more in one minute
1.5 Mile Run
18 minutes, 48 seconds
Starting Annual Salary for this Position: $40,000.00
Job Tags
Full time,