Security Officer job - Universal Services of America - Terre Haute, IN

At Universal Protection Service, our vision is to be Exceptional, to maintain exceptional people, to provide exceptional service, and to create exceptional results! Join a company that cares for and recognizes its people. Whether you are an experienced Security Officer, or interested in exploring the security field as a career option, we welcome you to apply! Universal Protection Service currently seeks ?Security Officers for a premier account.

The ideal candidate for the Security Officer position is excellent with customers and has an impressive ability to communicate. This is a great opportunity to join Universal Protection Service; a dynamic high-powered security team focused on securing client properties while delivering exceptional customer service. Universal Protection Service proudly supports the 100,000 Jobs Mission, a group of leading U.S. companies whose goal is to collectively hire 100,000 transitioning service members and military veterans by 2020.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
Foot, Bike or Golf cart patrol of interior and exterior areas of assigned locations

Observe and report suspicious activities and persons

Write detailed narrative reports and maintain daily activity reports (DARs)

Enforce rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and respond to emergency situations requiring security assistance

Position Requirements

Requirements for this position include the following:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Be at least 18 years of age.

Must be able to obtain a valid Guard License as required in the state for which you are applying.

As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test.

As a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of all required License at all times, and must carry the license at all times while on duty.

Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills.

Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites.

Essential Physical and Mental Functions

Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet)

Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift

Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties

Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds

Run as needed

Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and other administrative tasks

Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination

Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones

Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat;

Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments

Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines

Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills

Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions

Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment)

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Universal Protection Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

Division

Midwest – Universal Protection Service

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