Full Time Retail Security at Chesterfield Towne Center

Universal Protection Service, the largest retail security provider in the industry, invites you to apply today to be one of our dynamic Full Time Security Officers at Chesterfield Towne Center. As one of the retail cornerstones in one of Richmond’s most affluent areas, Chesterfield Towne Center provides an incomparable shopping experience. From their vast retail lineup to family friendly environment to unique dining options, they have something for everyone. Once you visit you will see why Chesterfield Towne Center is considered the preferred shopping destination for Chesterfield County, Powhatan County and City of Richmond.

The ideal candidate for the Full Time Security Officer position in Chesterfield Towne Center is excellent with customers and has an impressive ability to communicate. This is a great opportunity to join Universal Protection Service, a dynamic high-powered security team focused on securing client properties while delivering exceptional customer service.

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

• Foot, bike or golf cart patrol of interior and exterior areas of assigned locations
• Execute security services as outlined in site-specific Post orders and directed by Security Management
• 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
• Designate and assign response to calls for security services.
• Maintain written record of all incoming and outgoing transmissions, incident reports, and follow up documentation.
• Monitor various security related equipment to track the location of all foot and vehicular patrols, public activity and emergency sensor equipment.
• Ensure all related equipment is in proper working order and notify superiors of equipment defects and/or malfunctions.
• Provide daily briefing to following shift personnel.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have or be able to obtain a VA state DCJS Security license
• As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
• Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Must be available to work Full Time 40+ hours a week
• Must have excellent written and verbal skills
• Must have open availability

This position is Full Time offering benefits including $10/hour pay + anniversary bonus + on the spot recognition program + medical, dental, vision, flex spending, and 401K.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for long term stable employment.

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.

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