Security Specialist

Job Duties

• Must provide exceptional customer service.
• Guard posts at the entry / exit points of the 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.
• Must follow site specific post guidelines.
• Document daily activities and report all incidents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old and have at least a high school diploma or equivalent education certification, such as a 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 for 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 our 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 the ability to fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be willing to become CPR/First Aid/AED certified and be capable of administering this care in emergency situations.
• Must be able to move quickly, including running short distances, to respond in emergency situations.
• 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.

Compensation

Rate of Pay: $19.50/hour.

Schedule

SCHEDULE: 2nd Shift Variable Days. Week 1: Sun, Mon, Tue
Week 2: Mon, Wed, Sat

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 the eligibility check to become eligible for any benefits.
Benefits are offered once every November to those eligible.
Employees can become ineligible if their availability for work changes and they are unable to be scheduled for the quantity of hours needed to meet eligibility requirements.

Education Requirements

All - High School Diploma or GED

Additional Information / Benefits

DK Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants have rights under federal employment law. E-Verify Participation Poster Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Immigrant and Employee Rights – Right to Work Equal Employment Opportunity – Workplace Discrimination is Illegal