Security Officer

• Housing Center (2nd & 3rd Shift) ChiTown Guards Downers Grove, IL Job Details Full-time $19 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Report writing Computer literacy Writing skills English High school diploma or GED Guard Card PERC Card Full Job Description Seeking hard working and reliable security personnel to join a team of trained Security Officers whom are responsible for protecting patrons, property, & facilities for a Housing Center in Downers Grove, IL .

Security Officer duties are as follows, duties include but are not limited to: OBSERVE

• Provide maximum awareness, look for inconsistencies in your surroundings. REPORT
• Document information regarding status changes, incidents, critical situation. DETER
• Exhibit positive presence, mindset, and mentality at all times.

Required to do exterior and interior patrols. Write detailed narrative reports, maintain daily activity reports (DARs) Respond to emergency situations requiring security assistance Check for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, and security violations Monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, trespassing, & loitering Warn violators of premise rules and regulations Report any facility issues to the appropriate staff member / supervisor Request emergency personnel for high risk situations Other duties as assigned

Shift Hours:

2nd (5pm-1am) 3rd (1am-9am) Qualified applicants for the position will meet the minimum requirements, as described below: 2nd and 3rd Shift

AVAILABILITY

(REQUIRED) Weekend availability

REQUIRED

Must have active P.E.R.C High school diploma or equivalent required Must have own vehicle Must have black cargo pants and black tactical boots. Must have 1yr security experience As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background screening. As a condition of employment, employee must be able to successfully pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test.

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 50lbs. 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). We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Pay:

$19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you own black cargo pants? Do you own black tactical boots?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Security :

1 year (Required)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

PERC (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Downers Grove, IL 60515 (Required)

Work Location:

In person