Security Officer

Security Officer

Under the supervision of the Security Director, provide for the safety and protection of the building and premises by controlling access points, patrolling the site, monitoring activities, and otherwise proactively preventing theft, illegal or unauthorized entry, vandalism, and violence.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for patrolling the interior and exterior premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain the security of the premises using the on-site system, database, and procedures
• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences
• Immediately notify the Security Director in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons and immediately report same to local Police and Fire departments
• Circulate among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property
• Answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non-business hours or when switchboard is closed
• Warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary and as instructed by the Director and pursuant to building policy
• May be required to operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas
• Inspect and adjust security and life safety systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence of tampering
• Monitor and adjust controls that regulate building systems, such as air conditioning, furnace, or boiler
• While on post, be an ambassador for the property owner for visitors
• Assist with severe weather activities and ensure "Wet Floor" signs are posted and notify Housekeeping if wet floors need addressed

Key Competencies:

• Customer Focus
• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)

Important Education:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Important Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of prior security experience is required, preferably in a commercial or industrial setting.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands:

The PHYSICAL DEMANDS described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction.

INCO: "Cushman & Wakefield"