Security Officer for Residential Gated Community

Overview

EKG Security, Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business based in Georgia. Their mission is to provide personalized and customized security services to their clients.

EKG's Values

• Integrity
• Respect
• Flexibility
• Humility
• Excellence
• Empowerment

Job Description

Position: Basic Security Officer

• Location: New London, NC
• Employment Type: Part-Time
• Pay: $15.00/hr
• Shifts: Friday and Saturday, 6 PM–6 AM

Responsibilities

• security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• understand and fulfill obligations and responsibilities of all posts
• investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
• complete State of Georgia 24-hour basic security officer course within six months of hiring
• complete applicable Safety & Environmental Rules training
• maintain daily activity reports on paper, computer, smart phone or tablet
• watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits
• assist customers, employees and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• completing post order training and familiarization

Expectations

• be able to work overtime and on various shifts as needed; including weekends and holidays
• be able to maintain accurate records (ability to read and write)
• effectively comprehend numerous policies, procedures, and concepts in order to respond appropriately to various situations
• communicate effectively with others
• walk up and down stairs
• use a computer or tablet with basic competence to include: Guard tour system, Camera monitoring system, E-mail program - being able to compose and read e-mails
• patrol the client's facility (length and period to be determined by client)
• control access to the client facility (foot and vehicle traffic)
• stand for long periods of time sometimes in excess of eight hours
• work outside in a variety of weather conditions depending on the assignment

Candidates Required To

• possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• pass any State-required training or other qualifications for licensing
• complete site-specific training before serving as a qualified security officer
• have a driver's license if driving a company or client-owned vehicle
• have the ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• be at least 18 years old
• be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen authorized to legally work in the United States
• have access to reliable transportation/self-owned that allows for short notice response
• be able to work any shift, 24 hours per day, seven days per week
• participate in training sessions and meetings when scheduled
• adhere to EKG and client safety policies
• have a mobile phone
• have an e-mail address and regularly use it
• be able to operate a computer (Windows-based) and tablet with basic competency to include human resources and time entry software/web-sites, e-mail, and time entry phone systems
• be able to effectively read, write, and speak English
• be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if prior military

Benefits

• Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits after 90 days:
• Medical Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• FREE Uniforms
• Paid Vacations
• Incentive Bonuses
• Advancement Opportunities
• On-Going Training
• Competitive Compensation
• Service Awards and Recognition
• Flexible Hours