Security Specialist
DK Security is Michigan’s fastest-growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and more based on the needs of our clients. We offer opportunities for growth, development, and teamwork in a professional setting that serves a critical purpose.
About the role
Uniformed Security Officers are responsible for protecting the site’s building, grounds, assets, employees, and visitors against criminal activity, accidents, fires, and natural disasters, as well as providing outstanding customer service to our customers, clients, and visitors.
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 of the grounds to ensure a safe and secure environment.
- Ensure unauthorized persons do not enter restricted areas.
- Check for employee, vendor, and visitor identifications.
- Look for suspicious people, packages, and activities.
- Follow site-specific post guidelines.
- Document daily activities and report all incidents.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old and have at least a high school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED) per MCL 338.106717(2). (Must also be at least 21 years old and be a Michigan CPL or LEOSA cardholder to perform armed security work).
- Must not have been convicted of any felonies per MCL 338.106010(1)(c).
- Must not have been convicted of any misdemeanors related to dishonesty, fraud, impersonation of law enforcement, assault, weapons, unauthorized sale of information or evidence, controlled substances (including marijuana), or two or more alcohol-related offenses per MCL 338.106010(1)(c).
- Must be able to pass a drug screening at the time of hire and randomly thereafter (including for marijuana).
- Must adhere to the company’s Uniform and Appearance policy and present a friendly, positive, and professional image.
- Must possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to de-escalate situations in a non-confrontational manner. This includes fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
- Must be willing to become CPR/First Aid/AED certified and capable of administering care in emergency situations.
- 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 navigating stairs, for the duration of the shift (8-12 hours).
- Must be able to work indoors or outdoors during 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. if working as an armed security officer).
- Must be able to work independently with little or no supervision.
Schedule
2nd Shift – Variable Days
- Week 1: Sun, Mon, Tue
- Week 2: Mon, Wed, Sat
Pay
Rate of pay: $19.50/hour
Location
Howard City, MI
Benefits
Part-Time Benefit Package (Not available to part-time on-call or temporary employees).
- Must be employed at least 1 year while maintaining an average of 20+ hours per week at the time of eligibility check to qualify.
- Benefits are offered once every November to eligible employees.
- Employees may become ineligible if their availability changes and they cannot meet the required hours.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED