Unarmed Security Officer

Job Introduction:

Hiring Now!!

Full Time/Part Time

A rapidly growing Southern California private security organization, DGS has an immediate job opportunity for an exemplary Security Officer. As a Security Officer, you will perform common security duties in the protection of persons and property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules, and regulations of the client.

DGS offers job security, competitive pay, and career opportunities.

Role Responsibilities:

Essential Functions and Duties

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle

• Survey for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards

• Communicate by use of SilverTrac, radios, telephones and computers

• Sound alarms or inform police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons

• Notify violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking or carrying forbidden articles

• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits

• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements

• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities

• Provide assistance to customers, employees and visitors in a courteous and professional manner, providing exceptional customer service

The Ideal Candidate:

Education, Licenses and Certifications Required

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent

• Pass a State licensing test if driving a company-owned or client-provided vehicle

• Obtain BSIS Guard Card

Type and Length of Specific Experience Required

Must possess one or more of the following:

• Verifiable work history in any field

• One or more years of verifiable and successful security experience

• Associate's degree or higher in any discipline

• Service in the active duty military, military reserves or National Guard

• Service in auxiliary police or police cadets

Skills Required

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office

• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Active listening skills

• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively

• Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately

• Attention to detail

Other

• Must be at least 18 years old or the minimum age required by the state, if higher

• Must be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen authorized to legally work in the United States

• Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law

• Must be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if prior military

Environment And Physical Requirements

Environment: Indoor and outdoor, temperature ranges from moderate to extreme cold and heat

Major activity: Walking, standing, speaking, listening, observing

Physical efforts to carry out job duties:

• Standing

• Walking

• Sitting