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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, California

About this job

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, who celebrated their 50th year in business, seeks an enthusiastic, passionate Security Officer. To demonstrate success in this role, the ideal candidate for the Gated Community Security Officer position is excellent with customers and has an impressive ability to communicate well with others. 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.

There are a variety of full-time positions across all shifts available in the local gated communities in La Quinta, Indio, Palm Desert, etc. Pay ranges from $11 - 14/hr, depending on assigned site. Most sites pay on the higher end of the range, if you have previous gated community experience. Guard card required to work these sites. We may assist you with obtaining the guard card, if we are interested in hiring you.

The successful Gated Community Security Officer candidate is responsible for providing security services at assigned locations. Duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Foot patrol of interior and exterior areas of assigned locations
  • Secure all entrances and exits of the gated community
  • 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 Gated Community Security Officer position will meet the minimum rerquirements, as described below:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 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
Universal Protection Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

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