U.S. Security Associates, Inc. Job Vacancy for a Security Officer
U.S. Security Associates (USA) is North America’s security solutions
leader, with locally-responsive offices providing premier national
security services and global consulting and investigations.
The company
provides career paths for over 49,000 security professionals serving
several thousand clients and a range of industries. Innovative
applications of leading-edge, proprietary technology enable USA to rank
annually among the world’s best training companies, sustain the highest
standards of quality, and underscore world-class customer service with
unparalleled accountability. USA’s rise as one of today’s largest
security companies is a natural byproduct of these differentiators
together with a commitment to investing in employee reward and
development, giving back to local communities and relentlessly striving
to be a security company that is Safe.Secure.Friendly.SM. For more
information, visit www.ussecurityassociates.com.
Thank you for your interest in working with U.S. Security Associates,
Inc. (USA). Before taking the time to complete the application and
interview process, we request that you read the following information so
you will have a clear understanding of what USA requires of all
security officers, as well as what your duties would include if you were
hired.
Job Title: Security Officer
Everyone USA hires must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be able to obtain a Local or State Guard Card (where applicable).
This includes having a criminal background evaluation, being able to
show valid identification, and be able to pay the State Security License
fee that is required. Some clients may require specific pre-employment
background checks and/or annual background checks. USA does not make the decisions regarding issuing security licenses.
- Be at least 18 years of age (21 for some positions)
- Have a reliable means of communication (i.e. home phone, cell phone)
- Have a reliable means of transportation to and from work
- Effectively speak, read and write English
- Must comply with USA appearance standards:
- Your
hair must be neatly cut and groomed. Hair will be cut short enough or
styled sufficiently to prevent it from standing out when the uniform cap
or hat is worn or from extending below the top of the shirt or jacket
collar.
- Refrain from wearing earrings, necklaces or jewelry
worn in the nose, eyebrows, lips, tongues, or other extremities by men
or women while on duty.
- Your face must be clean-shaven except
that neatly trimmed mustaches may be worn unless there is a client
requirement prohibiting them (such as interfering with the wearing of
special safety masks, etc.). Reasonable accommodation based on race,
religious belief or for disability will be considered on a case-by-case
basis.
- All uniformed security officers must furnish their own
black shoes (plain toed, suitable for wearing with a uniform) and
furnish their own black socks. All shoes must be maintained in good
condition.
As a USA security officer, you
may be expected to perform one or more of the following essential job
functions with or without a reasonable accommodation:
- Be
able to work overtime and on various shifts as needed; including
weekends and holidays. Reasonable accommodation based on religious
beliefs or disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Be able to maintain accurate records
- Effectively comprehend numerous policies, procedures, and concepts in order to respond appropriately to various situations
- Communicate effectively with others
- Walk up and down stairs
- Stand for long periods of time sometimes in excess of eight hours
- Work outside in a variety of weather conditions depending on the assignment
USA does not discriminate based on an applicant or employee’s
disability and will engage in an interactive process to determine
whether there is a reasonable accommodation available. If you have
questions regarding an appropriate reasonable accommodation, please
contact the Human Resources department at 770-625-1500.
USA
thrives on our security guards being customer service oriented to ensure
that we exceed our clients' expectations. Satisfied clients are the
reason for our existence. It is up to each and every security guard to
ensure that our clients are pleased with the service they receive.
Responsibilities
Under
direct supervision, the Security Officer position patrols assigned
areas to ensure protection of clients, visitors, property and equipment.
Responsibilities include:
- Watches for irregularities, such
as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency
situations; contacts emergency responders, such as police, fire, and/or
ambulance personnel as required.
- Remains alert for the
presence of unauthorized persons and/or security code violators;
approaches suspicious person and/or notifies police as appropriate; may
confront and detain violators, as required, until police arrive.
- Patrols
assigned area on foot, on bicycle, or in motor vehicle, as assigned, to
ensure personal, building, and equipment security
- Examines
doors, windows, and gates to ensure security; uses client keys to open
and close buildings; monitors closed buildings for unauthorized persons
and/or suspicious activities.
- Prepares routine, standardized reports.
- Provides escorts as necessary
- Informs and warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
- May provide specialized security in complex operational areas, requiring specific knowledge of the operating environment.
- Performs
periodic checks of emergency call boxes and/or street lights to ensure
proper functioning; reports all malfunctioning as required.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
JOB SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Must have a valid state security officer license, if applicable.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.
- Ability to walk and climb stairs.
- Ability to walk extended periods of time.
- Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
- Ability to see and hear accurately in both day and nighttime conditions.
- Ability
to comprehend numerous policies, procedures, concepts and to be able to
respond using discretion and interpretive judgment based on general and
specific policies.
- Ability to retain knowledge, information, and directions on an ongoing basis and communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to react appropriately in emergency situations.
- Knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid.
- Knowledge of portable fire extinguishers and their locations.
- Knowledge of the geography of the site to which assigned.
- Skill in operating portable radio devices.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
- He/she must be customer service oriented.
- The successful candidate will pay close attention to detail.
- He/she
must embody U.S. Security Associates’ values as a highly visible
representative of the branch and set high standards for him/her and
others.
Environment
Position based in Field Operations. Requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment
Disclaimer
All
the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions
subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed
indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed
necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to
perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their
supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not
create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at
will” employment relationship.
How to Apply
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