JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Security Supervisor, officers provide protection of work sites, personnel, and assets from events such as trespassing, theft, vandalism, harassment, assault, and other disruptive incidents. Conduct investigations, alcohol and drug screenings, and perform post duties as assigned. Performing access control is a core function of this position. Comply with DUS and client safety guidelines, policies and procedures.

The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but the company may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

Work Schedule: Schedule and hours will vary based upon business needs. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Military, law enforcement, or security experience preferred, but not required.
• Some officers will be required to have or obtain with 90 days of employment Emergency Medical Responder certification
• State of Texas Level II Unarmed Security Officer license (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to speak, read, understand and write English
• As a condition of employment, must be able to successfully complete a criminal background investigation, drug screen, and a post-offer physical evaluation.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of two years of experience in law enforcement, military police, corrections, or private security company within the past five years. Military experience in an applicable specialty may be substituted for law enforcement experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform searches of people, vehicles, buildings, and large outdoor areas
• Confront suspicious persons, assess intentions, and take action as appropriate
• Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters
• Extinguish fires by using a fire extinguisher and other appropriate means
• Effectively and coherently communicate over radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications
• Utilize clear and appropriate communication skills when communicating with people
• Gather information in investigations by interviewing and obtaining the statements of all participants and witnesses
• Reduce the results of investigations into written form so as to clearly and accurately reflect the information obtained
• Read, comprehend, and employ policies and procedures
• Exercise sound judgment in determining appropriate action when there is a reasonable suspicion to detain, when probable cause exists to search, and when force may be used and to what degree
• Comprehend, evaluate, and correctly respond to oral information received
• Maintain composure and control of the situation
• Safely operate a motor vehicle during both the day and night in a variety of settings and varying weather conditions
• Conduct visual surveillance for extended periods of time
• Observe, recall, and distinguish characteristics of persons, suspects, automobiles, location and property
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner
• Willingness to perform other duties as required
• Willingness to work at various locations as required

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Commitment to Excellence: Identifies what needs to be completed and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations
• Corporate Values: Understand, embraces, and integrates DUS corporate values into everyday duties and responsibilities
• Safety and Security: Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers
• Customer Service: Identifies and responds to current and future client needs by providing excellent service to internal and external customers
• Teamwork: Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships with others inside and outside the organization

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability: Adapts to changing conditions and work assignments, sets priorities and manages multiple assignments, and tasks
• Analytical Skills: Visualizes, articulates and solves a variety of problems and concepts and makes appropriate decisions based on available information
• Communication Skills: Listens, writes, and speaks effectively, and positively relates and interacts with co-workers and others
• Conflict Resolution: Prevents, manages, and/or resolves conflict
• Independence: Works with little or no supervision
• Problem Solving: Anticipates and identifies problems, distinguishes between symptoms and causes, and determines alternative solutions involving varied levels of complexity, ambiguity and risk

BENEFITS

None for FLSA status. 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The majority of work is performed in and around an oil refinery with a wide variety of people with differing functions, personalities and abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The employee’s work requires routine walking, standing, bending and carrying items up to 25lbs. Applicant will be required to successfully complete a post-offer pre-hire physical.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Denali Universal Services business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Denali Universal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer