Tri-State Security & Patrol is hiring for full-time and part-time Sioux Falls Security Officers.

As a security officer you will monitor and patrol assigned areas to provide general security to clients ensuring a safe environment, crime prevention/deduction, and order maintenance by observing and reporting suspicious activities. In this position you will need to anticipate potential problems and react to disturbances and prohibited conduct, as well respond to emergency situations as needed. Security guards are generally tasked with the following types of responsibilities, regardless of where they are working. As well as other assigned duties.

Sioux Falls Security Officers usually work at various hours, including late nights or overnight. They must spend a great deal of time on their feet or in a vehicle to patrol assigned venue(s). Security Officers must arrive to scheduled venues on time to ensure all Client's necessary security measures have been implemented. There are dangers associated with the job, as Security Officers must always be on the lookout for security threats, and must sometimes intervene when problems arise. ADA/EEO Employer

• Provide general security to clients, crime prevention, crime reduction, and order maintenance requests by documenting and reporting activities.
• Maintain visibility to ensure/deter unacceptable activities.
• Comply with client's post instruction, which includes walking to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, window and gates.
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.
• Monitor and authorized entrance and departure of employees, visitors, vendors and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment of property damage, theft presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
• Respond to emergencies such as medical emergencies.
• Report all incidents, accidents or medical emergencies.
• Call police and fire departments in case of emergency.
• Circulate among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.
• Warn persons of rule infractions or violations and apprehend or evict violators from premises.
• Prolonged walking and standing is required.

• Must be able to follow instructions and work independently.
• 18 years of age or older as required by contractual requirements.
• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• 5-10 years of employment history.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with public interaction and report writing.
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to perform essential function of the position without accommodation.
• Able to pass background and drug test.
• Neat and professional appearance attendance and punctuality required.
• Friendly and professional demeanor and provide quality customer services.
• Handle typical and crisis situations efficient and effectively at the site.
• Physical ability to walk, stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
• Shifts are days/nights, weekends and holidays.
• 2 years of Military or Security experience preferred.