Security Officer (Marina and Port) Position Available In Pinellas, Florida

Security Officer (Marina and Port) City of St. Petersburg – 3.8 Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Full-time $17.21 – $23.41 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications iRecruitment TWIC Card High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Class D Security Guard Card Security Computer skills Entry level Full Job Description This is routine work safeguarding major City buildings, equipment, facilities or other property related to the City’s Marina, against unauthorized entry, loss or damage from theft, fire, adverse weather conditions, vandalism, or other causes. Work involves enforcing rules or regulations on City Marina premises and within buildings or areas where people congregate; and requires extensive public contact, requiring the exercise of considerable tact, independent judgment and initiative. An employee in this class will be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

Salary:

$17.21 – $23.41

Hourly Close Date:

06-11-2025 (11:59 PM) To Qualify Minimum Qualifications.

Applicants must:

Possess and maintain a State of Florida Class “D” Security License. Possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card – or – must be able to obtain the card within 30 days of appointment to the position. Possess and maintain a valid Driver License. Have some skill in the operation of a computer. Be able to swim, float and tread water, for safety reasons related to the area of assignment. Be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned. Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, you must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster. Desirable Qualifications.

Preferred Applicants:

Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency. Currently possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card. Have some experience in security work, preferably marina related. Are able to understand and follow oral and written instructions and prepare and maintain routine records and reports. Are able to detect possible improper conduct and take appropriate action to correct or report the condition. Are able to acquire detailed knowledge of the buildings and grounds patrolled and of applicable rules and regulations. Are able to walk long hours alone, both indoors and out, under varying work and climatic conditions. Are able to remain alert on evening and night shifts if assigned. Are able to maintain composure under stressful situations.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

The successful candidate must be either a resident of the City of St. Petersburg as of his or her date of employment, or establish primary residency within the city limits of St. Petersburg within six months of completing the probationary period. Furthermore, as long as the successful candidate is employed in this classification, he or she must reside within the city limits of St. Petersburg. This requirement is not applicable to current City employees who were hired before October 20, 1997. Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams. How To Apply Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs – Select Apply for Jobs/Register/View Job Postings . City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans’ Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.