ABUNDANT BLESSINGS
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Job Title: Security Officer
Location: Los Angeles, California
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-time
Supervisor: Site Supervisor
Department: 25th St / West View.
At Abundant Blessings , it is our mission to continue the fight, to end homelessness through providing short-term or long-term crisis supportive housing services and necessary resources, for people who are experiencing homelessness, prolonged poverty and poor health, have support to lead safe, stable lives as they transition to permanent housing. We do this by employing the most qualified staff, dedicated volunteers and partnerships that believe in everyone’s potential and ability to feel successful as defined in their own terms.
Summary:The Security Officer must be well-trained in surveillance and dealing with perpetrators. The ideal candidate will inspire respect and authority as well as possess a high level of observation.
Description: We are looking for a competent Security Officer to undertake the surveillance of our premises and protection of our Staff and Clients. You will be responsible for detecting any suspicious behavior and preventing vandalism, thefts, or other criminal behavior as well as documenting it in your Daily Activity Sheet or Incident Report.
Job Responsibilities:
o Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence
o Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people in the property
o Remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area
o Secure all exits, doors, and windows after end of operations
o Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts
o Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions
o Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation
o Aid people in need
o Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities
o Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrences in your managers binder or Incident Report.
o Other duties assigned by upper management
Qualifications:
o Proven experience as security officer or guard
o Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety
o Familiarity with report writing
o Excellent surveillance and observation skills
o Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems
o Trained in First Aid/BLS and self-defense
o Registered as a security officer
o High School diploma is required
o Must be able to lift 30 pounds
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Internship
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 1 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Experience level:
- 1 year
- 2 years
- Under 1 year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Security: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person