Mining Security Professional

About the role

Reporting to the Post Supervisor, the Security Officer is a vital team member providing security services to various clients of GSSC. The Security Officer is responsible for performing a variety of tasks per the needs of the client, which includes enforcing required security policies and procedures, monitoring alarm systems, maintaining access control for visitors and employees and providing interior and exterior foot patrols of common areas of assigned facilities, parking areas, parking ramps, and adjacent lots.

Responsibilities

• Gate Duty & Access Control: Control access to the client facility/property by checking credentials, verifying authorized personnel, and following established access control procedures.
• Vendor & Visitor Check-In: Check in vendors, contractors, visitors, and other authorized personnel; provide directions and assistance as needed.
• Observe and report activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel.
• Patrol assigned site on foot or in a vehicle; check for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized persons.
• Enforce required security regulations and procedures pursuant to Post Orders and/or the Facility Security Plan pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises.
• Respond to client inquiries in an expeditious manner.
• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems and provide appropriate response where applicable.
• Ensure all CCTV and alarm systems are functional where applicable.
• Provide security escorts throughout the facility/property as required.
• React appropriately, promptly and in accordance with Post Orders in emergency situations.
• Generate clear and concise written reports of shift activities.
• Maintain safe driving practices and vehicle care procedures as required.
• Create a positive working environment and strong teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with all GSSC policies and procedures, federal regulations, state statutes, and specifications per client contracts.
• Interact professionally and engage with client personnel, vendors, contractors and members of the public. Provide excellent customer service.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and clear driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• U.S. Citizen or Alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass State & Federal background checks and drug screen.
• Ability to meet and maintain applicable state, county, and municipal licensing requirements.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), administrative, customer service and organizational skills.
• Must successfully complete GSSC Basic Training.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking.
• Ability to project a professional and positive attitude while maintaining confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience in the security, law enforcement, or military industries.
• Military, Veteran, Law Enforcement, Corrections or Security related experience.

Physical, Mental And Environmental Requirements

With or without reasonable accommodation, the physical and mental requirements of the job may include the following:

• Seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly.
• Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to push, pull or drag an adult to safety from hazardous situations.
• Although most work is performed inside, occasional outside activities are subject to seasonal temperature fluctuations.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle for extended periods of time, while frequently safely entering and exiting the motor vehicle.
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county, and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation & PTO.
• Progressive pay increases.
• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid training.
• Promotional and advancement opportunities available.
• Employee Referral & Retention Bonus Program.