Security Officer - Maritime

Job Responsibilities

• Performs roving foot patrol and escorts, including over uneven surfaces and stairs
• Enforces all required security policies and procedures pursuant to the facility security plan
• Confirms TWIC card requirements for all persons entering property
• Identifies authorization of vehicles and people entering port property and restricted areas
• Obtains and documents required information in maintaining accurate Access Control Logs
• Provides directions and instructions to visitors, vendors and contractors
• Performs authorization and inspections as required for vendors, contractors, vehicles, baggage and containers
• Maintains proper key control at all times
• Communicates openly with facility management and employees
• Participates in required security drills and exercises
• Promptly processes routine paperwork
• Maintain safe driving practices and vehicle care procedures as required
• Create a positive working environment and strong teamwork

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Able to read, write and speak English
• A US Citizen or Alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States
• Pass State & Federal background checks
• Valid driver's license with no major violations in the last 5 years
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking
• Ability to project a professional and positive attitude while maintaining confidentiality
• Successfully complete GSSC Basic Training
• Pass a TWIC card or obtain one within one month (paid for by GSSC)

Qualifications

• Must have a High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must be a US Citizen or Alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States
• Must pass State & Federal background checks
• Must have a valid driver's license with no major violations in the last 5 years
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must be able to demonstrate critical thinking
• Must be able to project a professional and positive attitude while maintaining confidentiality
• Must successfully complete GSSC Basic Training
• Must have a TWIC card or obtain one within one month (paid for by GSSC)

Physical, Mental And Environmental Requirements

• 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 and 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

Expectations

• Schedule flexibility
• Positive, supportive, collaborative, and team player mindset
• Ensure compliance with GSSC policies and procedures
• Ensure operational compliance with federal regulations and state statutes
• Follows GSSC core values