Security Officer/ Cargo Screener

IMMEDIATELY HIRING NYS LICENSED SECURITY GUARDS

MUST BE USA CITIZEN

MUST HAVE PHYICAL SECURITY GUARD LICENCE

Position Summary

A Security Officer’s main function is to observe and report. The officer maintains a safe and secure environment for clients and employees. They detect suspicious activity, monitor the premises and report all incidents in a timely fashion.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.
• Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
• Prevent damage or injury by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; deter trespassers.
• Respond to alarms or calls of distress.
• Identify visitors and ask for appropriate documentation
• Use radios and/or cell phones to stay in contact with Security personnel
• Call for Police assistance if necessary
• Perform Escorts within the Airport for non-Port Authority Badged personnel
• Control traffic by directing drivers
• Regulate and monitor building systems
• Operate screening machinery including X-ray machines, magnetometers and wands.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including all shifts, weekends and holiday’s
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather
• Must be able to follow detailed procedures
• Must have strong Customer Service skills
• Strong surveillance skills
• Must be dependable
• Must project a professional image and maintain CLPA uniform standards
• Strong integrity, ethics and emotional control

Competencies

• Critical thinking and creative problem solving skills combined with sound judgment
• Organized with an attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible and willing to learn new skill sets
• Ability to take initiative and work within a team structure as well as independently

Note: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to report to work on time in all types of weather
• Must be able to work outside for extended periods of time in all types of weather
• Able to stand for 8 hours
• Able to climb multiple flights of stairs

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires you to obtain Airport Badging and The Department of Homeland Security requires an extensive background check to obtain badging which include 10-year verifiable background check, including criminal, employment, credit, education, and personal references. Applicants must be able to pass a Security Threat Assessment as administered by the Transportation Security Administration. Corporate Loss Prevention will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.

• Education: High school diploma/GED
• 18 years of age
• Security Guard training and/or license
• Have the legal right to work in the United States
• Driver’s License (if contractually required)
• State Photo Identification
• Successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment screening requirements
• Fireguard license (if contractually required)
• Medical exam (if contractually required)
• Verifiable Security Experience ( between 1 year to 3 years depending on contract)
• Previous employment verification

Job Type: Full-time

Full work uniforms will be provided for all employees

Salary: $18.00 -$20

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

• No

Corporate Loss Prevention Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunities and EEO/Affirmative Action Employer committed to excellence through diversity. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications, and without regard to race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Security Guards: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• physical security license (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20