Job Description

Description :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Control access points to Stephens property to prevent unauthorized entry and illegal removal of assets. This includes making positive eye contact with each person and acknowledging them as they enter the property, issuing a polite verbal greeting and assisting them with questions, directions, etc. This also includes issuing a polite verbal farewell as people depart the property.
• NOTE: a security officer is often the very first and very last impression an employee, guest, tenant or visitor will have of our company \xe2\x80\x93 it is critical that you present a professional, capable and friendly image as people both arrive and depart our facilities. Upwards of 90% of an Officer\xe2\x80\x99s day to day job involves delivering world class customer service.
• Patrol, both foot and mobile, Stephens locations for the purpose of preventing unauthorized access, unauthorized/illegal activities such as security violations, thefts, pilferage, acts of vandalism, misconduct, etc. that may be detrimental to the company, its tenants and its employees. These patrols are also designed to detect and/or prevent serious maintenance issues such as water leaks, malfunctioning equipment, etc.
• Challenge unauthorized persons found on Stephens property.
• Monitor closed circuit television system to oversee safety, security, and traffic on Stephens property. Operate, monitor and maintain all other safety and security systems.
• Maintain constant alert for suspicious activity/individuals/vehicles/etc., safety hazards or incidents and takes action to correct related problems; issues citations for parking violations and tow vehicles as deemed necessary.
• Intercede as necessary in physical disturbances or to prevent property removal or damage. Subdue individuals when necessary.
• Communicate with all employees to increase their security awareness regarding corporate policy and procedure regarding safety & security.
• Respond to emergency/non-emergency situations and provide backup support to other security units in a timely manner. Assist victims of offenses. Provide or request other services as needed (i.e. police unit, fire unit, ambulance, towing service, etc.)
• Assist persons who are incapacitated due to an emergency situation. Provide first-aid services if necessary. Transport persons to other locations as necessary in responding to an emergency.
• Assist law enforcement officers as necessary.
• Conduct building surveys/security audits to ensure the safety and security of Stephens employees, tenants, and property.
• Write reports concerning security activities. Communicate information by radio, telephone etc. Process and update records (electronic and written) pertaining to security activities requiring appropriate documentation and record retention.
• Coordinate and record the issuance and retrieval of equipment/supplies; issuance & retrieval of access cards; visitor, tenant & employee clearance; etc.
• Armed Officer positions are eligible for consideration as Long Gun Operator, Special Response Team, Special Response Team Leadership and/or vehicle patrol operations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associate\'s degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or two years equivalent work experience
• Two years full-time related experience in law enforcement, emergency management, military or corporate security.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Current valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license to operate company vehicles. A DUI/DWI conviction or pending charge may be a disqualifying factor for this position.
• Must have or qualify for a current Arkansas Armed Security Officer Commission (CSO).
• Employee must maintain current active status of all required licenses and must carry the license at all times while on duty.
• CPR/AED and Basic First Aid

Initial Employment Standards

Essential Task Test Event

Initial Employment Standard

Vertical Jump

12.5 inches

1 Repetition Max Weight Bench Press

70% of body weight

300 Meter Run

84.0 seconds

Sit Ups

22 or more in one minute

1.5 Mile Run

18 minutes, 48 seconds

Additional ongoing requirements include:

• Must be able to withstand the physical demands of responding to emergency situations
• Must be able to work under stress
• Must have the ability to subdue attackers
• Must have the ability to physically control violent or unruly crowds
• Must have the ability to subdue after running a short distance in pursuit
• Must have the ability to respond to an emergency with unplanned strenuous physical activity
• Must have the ability to climb stairs or ramps in pursuit or in emergency
• Must have the ability to sit, stand and walk for at least 2 hours
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds unassisted
• 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
• Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments

Stephens