Security Officer - Driving Rover

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Recently named to Forbes' 2016 List of Top 500 U. S. Employers, Universal Protection Service seeks security officers to work as rovers across the Desert Cities area. The ideal candidate will meet our driving qualifications listed below and be open to work any day, any shift. Rover positions are a great way to get your foot in the door with our company and to become familiar with a variety of work sites that security offers. Rovers often cover other officers who have time off, vacations, leaves of absence, etc. MUST have guard card. $12/hr

**Please complete online application and then walk into The SoCal Wide Hiring Event at your local office - Palm Desert Branch, 77-725 Enfield Ln, Ste 150, Wednesday, May 18th or Thursday, May 19th, 9 -1, for an interview. No appointment necessary.**

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 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.

Universal Protection Service is seeking passionate applicants who love working with people! The ideal candidate for the Roving Security Officer position is excellent with customers and has an impressive ability to communicate well with others. As a Roving Security Officer, you will provide unarmed, uniformed security to a variety of clients. 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. Apply today to join a company that cares for and recognizes its people.

Qualified applicants must be 21 years of age or older and have a valid driver's license for the state in which applying. All applicants must be eligible to meet our company driving standards.

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

• Driving and foot patrol of interior and exterior areas of assigned locations
• Report suspicious activities and persons
• Write detailed narrative reports, maintain daily activity reports (DARs)
• Respond to emergency situations requiring security assistance
• Access control through an admittance process
• Screen visitors and client employees in an efficient manner in order to expedite or bar their admittance to the site or facility
• Check for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, and security violations

Position Requirements

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

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Qualified applicants must be 21 years of age or older and have a valid driver's license for the state in which applying. All applicants must be eligible to meet our company driving standards.
• Must have open availability and a strong sense of urgency.
• Must be trainable for multiple locations.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Must possess 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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