Job Number: 24-440

Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Department of Community Housing

City: Sacaton, AZ

Location: 136 S. Main Street

Area of Interest: Housing

Salary/ Hourly Rate: $17.15 - $21.05 Hourly

Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes

The Security Guard is responsible for performing security services within the Gila River Indian Community as it applies to tribal government buildings, facilities, grounds, the general district area, or at a police precinct. The Security Guard is responsible for responding to alarms, patrolling assigned areas, providing security for special events and/or district events, and responding to emergency/non-emergency calls. The Security Guard maintains a visible presence in the community in order to prevent theft, acts of vandalism, and property damage to tribal buildings, the general district areas, or at a police precinct.

· Conducts security checks on tribal government buildings, parks, parking areas, cultural grounds, general district areas, events, or at a police precinct to maintain a visible presence to prevent crimes.

· Ensure that buildings are secure and alarms are set during after business hours; Unlock and deactivate alarms during business hours; Provide access to building for law enforcement and other authorized personnel after business hours; Responds to security breaches and alarms; Notifies the police department of any emergencies or suspicious activity.

· Patrol general district areas, housing areas, or tribal building by foot or vehicle.

· Examine doors, windows, gates, building entrances and exits to ensure they are secure; must be aware of the location of gas, water, and electrical shut-off switches for assigned facility/building in case of emergency.

· Observes unusual behavior, objects, and activities to prevent or detect threats, thefts, or vandalism; Provides adequate protection against fire, theft, illegal entry, and other acts of crime that would prevent the safekeeping of Tribal facilities or a police precinct.

· Provides customer service assistance to the public by providing general information, locating and/or directing people at tribal facilities to appropriate areas.

· Reports and records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and/or disturbance to supervisor.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

· Knowledge in security and patrolling techniques, tools, and procedures.

· Knowledge of resources available in the community should the need arise.

· Knowledge of customer service principles.

· Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, codes and/or statues.

· Knowledge of automated security system operating capabilities.

· Knowledge of common fire hazards and prevention.

· Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports.

· Ability to speak and write effectively.

· Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

· Ability to operate surveillance equipment.

· Ability to work under stressful conditions, have keen observation qualities to remember details on incidents and locations.

· Ability to work cooperatively, courteously, yet firmly with all members of the public.

· Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials, and the public.

· Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace.

High School diploma or GED and six (6) months experience as a security guard, corrections officer, detention officer, police or military officer, or closely related experience.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Required to pass a background check.

Required to obtain a Tribal Operator’s permit. Valid state driver’s license with a currentproof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.

Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position

Reports to Director or designee

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.15 - $21.05 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Sacaton, AZ 85147: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person