Job Description

Summary

The Security Officer provides services for a variety of large and small business clients where health, safety and security is our #1 priority.

This is a public environment at Belle Chasse, LA. and surrounding areas with the corresponding levels of traffic (employees, visitors, customers, .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Personally monitors either visually, electronically or audibly a variety of assigned areas, or grounds by working in a variety of assignments including but not limited to roving inside the facilities, roving in a vehicle, other locations deemed appropriate.
• Ensures own actions and those of others observe maximum level of safety and compliance.
• Will verbally de-escalate situations to ensure the safety of fellow employees, customers and clients.
• Examines the interior and exterior of the facility and surrounding areas to determine they are secure.
• Reports and records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Warns violators of rule infractions and may apprehend or expel violators.
• Notifies on site individuals of visitors wishing to see them.
• Assists in properly responding to a variety of emergencies or disasters in order to preserve life and property, including but not limited to fire safety, active shooter protocol
• May perform routine input or monitoring of safety and life support computer programs.
• May issue and record ID badges.
• May check heating, lighting, sprinkling, security, ventilation, fire, etc., systems to make sure they are operational.
• May also be combined with other position duties
• Notify supervisor if safety and sanitation standards are not being met.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Personally monitors either visually, electronically or audibly a variety of assigned areas, or grounds by working in a variety of assignments including but not limited to roving inside the facilities, roving in a vehicle, other locations deemed appropriate.
• Ensures own actions and those of others observe maximum level of safety and compliance.
• Will verbally de-escalate situations to ensure the safety of fellow employees, customers and clients.
• Examines the interior and exterior of the facility and surrounding areas to determine they are secure.
• Reports and records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Warns violators of rule infractions and may apprehend or expel violators.
• Notifies on site individuals of visitors wishing to see them.
• Assists in properly responding to a variety of emergencies or disasters in order to preserve life and property, including but not limited to fire safety, active shooter protocol
• May perform routine input or monitoring of safety and life support computer programs.
• May issue and record ID badges.
• May check heating, lighting, sprinkling, security, ventilation, fire, etc., systems to make sure they are operational.
• May also be combined with other position duties
• Notify supervisor if safety and sanitation standards are not being met.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least two (2) years of security, law enforcement or military experience preferred.
• A valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS’ vehicle insurance policy.
• As per contract requirements, must be 21 years of age.
• Must have or receive a valid TWIC card prior to employment.
• Must be able to obtain and pay the Louisiana Guard License fee prior to beginning work.
• Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers and clients.
• Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.
• Must be able to be on your feet for up to 12 hours per shift for the scheduled rotation.
• Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read and write English.
• Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the company and client.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather : Indoor / Outdoor : Frequently exposed to warm and varied weather conditions.

Noise level : Moderate to Loud

Description of environment : This is a energy facility.

Must constantly be able to stand, sit, walk, climb, push, pull use hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch.

Physical requirements : Must be able to lift and / or move up to 50lbs.

Competencies

Customer Service Provides outstanding customer service; manages difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to customer needs;

responds to request for service and assistance; meets commitments in a timely manner.

Interpersonal Skills Focuses on solving conflict; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control;

remains open to other ideas.

• Oral Communication Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification.
• responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Written Communication Writes incident, logs and other reports clearly; able to read and interpret written information

Last updated : 2024-06-12