Security Officer - Municipal Building

About the role

DK Security is Michigan’s fastest growing security company, established in 1995. We provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and more. This role offers the opportunity to grow, develop, and work as part of a team in a position that serves a critical purpose.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Guard posts at the entry/exit points of client buildings and grounds.
• Conduct foot and/or vehicle patrols of the interior and exterior to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Prevent unauthorized persons from entering restricted areas.
• Check employee, vendor, and visitor identifications.
• Monitor for suspicious people, packages, and activities.
• Follow site-specific post guidelines.
• Document daily activities and report all incidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Must not have been convicted of any felonies or disqualifying misdemeanors (e.g., dishonesty, fraud, impersonation of law enforcement, assault, weapons, unauthorized sale of information, controlled substances, or two or more alcohol-related offenses).
• Must pass a drug screening at hire and randomly thereafter (including for marijuana).
• Must adhere to the company’s Uniform and Appearance policy and present a professional image.
• Must possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including de-escalation abilities.
• Must fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be willing to become CPR/First Aid/AED certified and capable of administering care in emergencies.
• Must be able to move quickly, including running short distances, to respond in emergencies.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk long distances (including stairs) for 8–12 hour shifts.
• Must be able to work indoors or outdoors in all seasons.
• Must be able to hear conversations (in person or via 2-way radio) in noisy environments.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds (70 lbs. for armed security officers).
• Must be able to work independently with little or no supervision.

Benefits

Part-time benefit package available after 1 year of employment, averaging 20+ hours per week. Benefits are offered annually in November to eligible employees. Eligibility may change if availability reduces scheduled hours below requirements.

Pay

Rate of pay: $17.36/hour.

Schedule

Tuesday & Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Location

Benton Harbor, MI.