Security Officer

Grand Prairie, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.00 - $25.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Employee Discounts

flexible schedule

Life insurance

Job Description

This job opportunity is with a reputable security services provider dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of client sites, properties, and personnel. The company is recognized for its professional approach and commitment to upholding high standards of security operations. They serve a wide range of clients across various industries, providing tailored security solutions that include access control, surveillance, incident response, and emergency management. The organization prides itself on ethical conduct, professionalism, and responsive service, fostering secure environments for both employees and visitors.

The position offered is that of a Security Officer, a critical role responsible for observing and reporting activities and incidents at assigned client locations. The role involves making periodic patrols to detect irregularities, inspecting security and fire control devices, and enforcing site-specific regulations and directives. This position is designed for individuals who are detail-oriented, capable of maintaining order, and skilled in providing excellent customer service while managing security responsibilities. Employment types available for this role include both full-time and part-time schedules, with an hourly wage ranging from $19 to $25, depending on experience and qualifications.

The Security Officer acts as the frontline guardian for client properties, managing access points, screening visitors, and monitoring premises to prevent unauthorized entry or suspicious activities. They must communicate effectively with clients, visitors, and co-workers, always representing the company’s values with courtesy and professionalism. The officer is also tasked with responding to emergencies such as fire incidents, medical emergencies, bomb threats, and hazardous material situations, following established protocols and safety procedures.

This job requires physical stamina to perform patrols, sometimes over rough terrain or for extended periods, and the ability to maintain composure in stressful or potentially volatile situations. Security Officers must be knowledgeable about site-specific security operations and possess or be willing to obtain necessary certifications, including Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR/AED, and first aid. The role demands a strong sense of responsibility, integrity, attention to detail, and the capability to multitask effectively.

Applicants should expect to undergo background and reference checks, substance testing, and behavioral assessments as part of the hiring process. The company emphasizes compliance with all licensing requirements at the state and local levels to ensure the highest professional standards. Additionally, a commitment to teamwork, adaptability, and excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Overall, this position offers a meaningful opportunity for individuals seeking to contribute to safety and security in a dynamic work environment with flexible scheduling options and competitive pay.

Job Requirements

United States citizenship preferred
ability to acquire and maintain any other specific special clearances/access requirements
high school diploma or G.E.D
related experience preferred
must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey
must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers
must be able to meet and continue to meet certification requirements for Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid
knowledge of or ability to learn security operations and procedures
ability to see, hear, speak, and write clearly
ability to write routine correspondence including logs and reports
ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagrammatic form
ability to be an effective team member
ability to maintain professional composure under unusual circumstances
courteous telephone manner
ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization
good organizational skills
ability to provide high quality customer service
good interpersonal skills
required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
basic skills in keyboarding, computer usage, and operating controls

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D
related experience preferred
ability to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers
ability to meet and continue to meet certification requirements for Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid from American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
knowledge of or ability to learn security operations and procedures
ability to see, hear, speak, and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and clients
ability to write routine correspondence, including logs and reports
ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form
ability to be an effective team member
ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances
courteous telephone manner
ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization
good organizational skills
ability to provide high quality customer service
good interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures
required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
basic skills in keyboarding, computer usage, and operating controls

Job Duties

Controls access to the client site or facility through the admittance process
assists visitors with a legitimate need to gain entry to the facility
screens visitors and client employees efficiently to expedite their admittance to the site or facility
provides an atmosphere in which all client employees and visitors know that the client responds to and cares about their needs
provides a courteous, respectful, and pleasant interaction with each client employee and visitor as perceived from their point of view
presents a good image of the client and its security department
communicates in a manner that is open, honest, and responsive in all situations
provides information to the extent authorized regarding the site and surrounding area as requested by visitors
monitors entrances and exits
acts to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry
controls entrances, the movement of people and vehicles, and parking
operates a gate and examines vehicle contents
monitors remote entrances using closed circuit television
operates remote access devices
calmly directs persons who cause a disturbance to leave the property
patrols assigned site on foot or in vehicle
checks for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, blocked ingress and egress, mechanical problems, and unauthorized persons
inspects buildings and grounds using appropriate equipment and protective gear
protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations
sets up barriers and signage
provides direction or information to others
prepares logs or reports as required for site
writes or types reports or enters information in a computer using standard grammar
inspects security control logs and takes action as required
observes and reports incidents or suspicious activity to client representatives, company management, life/safety personnel, or public safety authorities as appropriate
responds to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents or conditions following procedures
acts to ensure that all property removal is conducted within appropriate policy requirements and in accord with client standards
identifies client products or materials among items carried by client employees or visitors
carries out specific tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for the assigned site