Professional Security Officers

Universal Protection Service is seeking Security Officers to provide security in San Jose, Fremont, and the Penninsula. There has never been a better time to join Universal Protection Service. As one of the largest privately owned security company in the U.S., we offer accelerated career opportunities whatever your area of security expertise!

Universal Protection Service proudly supports the 100,000 Jobs Mission, a group of leading U.S. companies whose goal is to collectively hire 100,000 transitioning service members and military veterans by 2020.

Seeking to hire Security Officers for new and growing existing security accounts, including high-rise office buildings, Commercial properties, Corporate Campuses, Schools and Universities, high-end Retail Centers, and Residential Communities.

Hiring foot patrol and vehicle patrol officers.

Rate of pay ranges from $11-$17/Hr. depending on level of experience.

Starting out in security' Universal Protection Service is qualified to extend Guard Card training at cost for the State of California.

***Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

***Strong professionalism and integrity required.

***Previous security, military, or law enforcement experience beneficial.

***In order to qualify for a vehicle patrol position, applicants must be age 25+ have a clean DMV Record.

The successful Security Officer candidate is responsible for providing security services at assigned locations. Duties include, but are not limited to;

• Foot and/or patrol of interior and exterior areas of assigned locations
• Observe and report suspicious activities and persons
• Write detailed narrative reports and maintain daily activity reports (DARs)
• Enforce rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and respond to emergency situations requiring security assistance

Position Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Must possess a valid Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard License, or have applied and subsequently be issued such a license prior to employment. As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test. Additionally, as a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of BSIS Guard License at all times, and must carry the license at all times while on duty.

Must possess stellar customer service and communication skills.

Essential Physical and Mental Functions

• Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet)
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
• Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
• Run as needed
• Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and 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
• Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones
• Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat;
• Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments
• Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
• Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills
• Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions
• Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment)

EOE/M/F/D/V

Universal Protection Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

Online applications now being accepted. Drop-Ins are welcome at our San Jose Branch office, located at 777 N First Street, San Jose Suite 150, Mondays through Fridays 8 am-3 pm, professional attire preferred.

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