Security Guard

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The overall responsibilities of the Security Guard include greeting and screening customers seeking services and maintaining the premises secured at all times. Responsible for the safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors. Is alert and aware of all activities within designated area around post or on monitor. Carries out all instructions of the supervisor and/ or policies and directives issued by the Administrator of Security Services.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Protect company’s property and staff by maintaining a safe and secure environment as assigned.

Assist visitors entering any facility and ascertain that they are following the rules and regulations

Touring buildings to guard against fire (A-2) theft or destruction and to protect clients, visitors and employees against violators.

Notify the NYC Police Department when need be

Observe for signs of crime or disorder, investigate and make proper notifications

Notify Supervisor of any incidents and report in detail in a timely manner

Rendering aid to accident victims and arranging medical attention as necessary.

Notify the security base when leaving post of duty for personal necessity (which will not exceed 15 minutes) or meal period as assigned.

Keeping informed of changes in rules and regulations.

Monitor CCTV

Patrol regularly the perimeter of post assigned

Be visible and vigilant at all times

Maintain order

Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication

Crisis de-escalation and principles of behavior management and/or physical restraint

Report and/or correct safety and security violations encountered during patrols/checks.

Take proactive measures to mitigate thefts, disturbances, and other criminal incidents on facility property.

Check to ensure that visitors and staff members are wearing proper identification badges/passe

Perform productive security patrols/checks of the facility, garage, and perimeter. Recognize conditions which are or will compromise the security of the organization and take immediate actions to mitigate.

Organizational Accountabilities

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Administrator

REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Ability to operate the CCTV

Two (2) years experience

Familiarity with the immediate community and ability to spot and deal with security problems.

Ability to read and write order to make log entries; to follow written work schedules and to write incident report as necessary.

Ability to write legible reports, use a portable radio, and use judgment that is sound and proper when addressing emergencies. Be able to write and communicate effectively with all levels of staff and visitors

Writing legibility and clearly

Basic computer literacy.

Ability to maintain good work and personal habits.

General knowledge of organization, community and/or social service resources and programs.

Bilingual – Spanish speaking a plus.

Show Courtesy Professionalism and Respect

Be fit for duty at all times, except when on sick report.

Maintain a good appearance at all times.

Be punctual when reporting for duty.

Must have a valid/maintain NYS Security Licensed.

Attend the annual mandated NYS security training

FDNY C of F F - 01 or the ability to obtain within the first 90 days of employment

FDNY C of F F - 07 or the ability to obtain within the first 90 days of employment