Corporate Security Specialist

Responsibilities

• Watch for irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations
• Contact Shift Supervisor, Site Supervisor, or Security Manager immediately in the event of an incident or emergency
• Remain alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or security policy violators; approaches suspicious person and/or notifies police as appropriate
• Patrol assigned areas to ensure personnel, building, and equipment security
• Prepare routine, standardized reports
• Provides escorts as necessary
• May provide specialized security in complex operational areas, requiring specific knowledge of the operating environment
• Performs periodic checks of fire extinguishers, AEDs, and lights (and any other assigned equipment) to ensure proper functioning; reports all malfunctions as required

Qualifications (must Have)

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum one (1) year of contract or proprietary security experience
• Minimum of three (3) years of educational, professional, or volunteer experience in customer service or direct public interaction
• Excellent customer service skills
• Intermediate computer navigation skills
• Good problem solving and observational skills
• Skilled in attention to detail
• Proficient in-person, phone, and hand-held radio communication skills
• Aptitude to communicate effectively in English (orally and written)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company’s 401 (k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal day

Company Information

Company Overview: Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.