Security Officer
DK Security is Michigan’s fastest-growing security company, established in 1995. Originally an investigations firm, we’ve expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and more. We offer opportunities for growth, development, and teamwork in a professional setting.
About the Role
As a Security Officer at DK Security, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of our clients' properties. Your duties will vary depending on the specific contract, offering a diverse and challenging work environment.
Responsibilities
- Customer Service: Be a positive reflection of the company by assisting client staff, visitors, and coworkers while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Observe and Report: Stay alert for suspicious activities and incidents.
- Security Presence: Maintain a professional appearance while stationed in lobbies, reception areas, control centers, etc.
- Patrols: Conduct foot and/or vehicle patrols of assigned areas.
- Access Control: Ensure unauthorized persons do not enter restricted areas, verify IDs, and follow proper access procedures.
- Emergency Response: Assist in emergencies, including administering CPR/First Aid/AED and communicating with emergency personnel.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED).
- Must pass a drug screening at hire and randomly thereafter (including for marijuana; federal compliance required).
- No felony convictions.
- No misdemeanor convictions related to dishonesty, fraud, impersonation of law enforcement, assault, weapons, unauthorized sale of information/evidence, controlled substances (including marijuana), or two or more alcohol-related offenses.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk (including stairs) for 8–12 hours at a time.
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs (70 lbs for armed positions).
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certified (or willing to become certified) and physically capable of administering lifesaving care.
- Vision correctable to at least 20 feet and ability to hear conversations in loud environments (in-person or via radio).
- Proficiency with smart mobile phones/computers for emails and online training.
- Fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
- Strong customer service skills, personal integrity, and a positive attitude.
- Timely completion of required trainings and adherence to client/company policies.
Skills
Military veterans and individuals with experience in security, firefighting, corrections, or law enforcement are encouraged to apply.
Pay
$18.00/hour.
Schedule
Part-time, various days. Shift examples: 0700–1500, 1000–1800.
This is not an armed security position; weapons are prohibited on premises (including in personal vehicles).