Security Officer - Mission Valley - Full-time / Part-time

Looking for a stable company with great benefits and growth opportunities? We offer FT positions, anniversary bonus + on the spot recognition program + medical, dental, vision, flex spending, and 401K.Universal Protection Service seeks a Security Officer for part-time and full-time security work at our locations in the Mission Valley area of San Diego. Pay is $10 - 12/hr, depending on site assigned and (5) paid sick days per year.

BENEFITS Universal Protection Service recognizes and rewards your commitment to excellence. Our security professionals enjoy:

• advancement opportunities,
• weekly direct deposit,
• benefits including 401(k),
• a variety of medical, dental and vision options,
• holiday pay,
• training and development, and
• On-the-spot recognition programs.

We proudly support the Veteran Jobs Mission, a group of over 200 companies that have committed to collectively hiring a total of one million military veterans.

The successful 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

Position Requirements

Qualified applicants for the Security Officer position will meet the minimum requirements, as described below:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Guard License as required in the state for which you are applying.
• As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
• As a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of all required License at all times, and must carry the license at all times while on duty.
• Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites.

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/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

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