Security Guard
Role Overview
The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for clients, employees, visitors, and property.
This position requires a professional, alert, and dependable individual who can observe and report security concerns, enforce site policies, respond to incidents, and provide excellent customer service.
The Security Guard will perform duties according to the assigned post orders, company policies, client requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Key Skills for This Role
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Job Description: Security Guard
Location: Colorado Position Type: Full-Time, Part- Time Department: Security Operations Reports To: Site Supervisor / Security Manager
Position Summary
The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for clients, employees, visitors, and property. This position requires a professional, alert, and dependable individual who can observe and report security concerns, enforce site policies, respond to incidents, and provide excellent customer service.
The Security Guard will perform duties according to the assigned post orders, company policies, client requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Monitor and patrol assigned premises to prevent unauthorized access, theft, vandalism, and other security risks.
Control access to buildings, facilities, parking areas, and other designated locations.
Verify identification, maintain visitor logs, and enforce site access procedures.
Observe and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, policy violations, and unusual incidents.
Respond appropriately to alarms, emergencies, disturbances, and other security-related situations.
Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely incident reports, daily activity reports, and other required documentation.
Maintain a visible security presence while providing professional and courteous customer service.
Follow assigned post orders, emergency procedures, and company policies.
Communicate effectively with supervisors, clients, law enforcement, emergency responders, and other personnel as needed.
Conduct security checks and inspections in accordance with site requirements.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
Attend required training sessions and maintain all required credentials.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to read, understand, and follow written instructions, site procedures, and post orders.
- Must be able to complete incident reports and maintain accurate records.
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a security team.
- Previous security, customer service, military, or law enforcement experience is preferred but not required, depending on the assignment.
- Core Competencies
- Situational awareness and attention to detail
- Professionalism and customer service
- Reliability and punctuality
- Conflict de-escalation and problem-solving
- Clear communication and report writing
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
Core Competencies
Situational awareness and attention to detail
Professionalism and customer service
Reliability and punctuality
Conflict de-escalation and problem-solving
Clear communication and report writing
Integrity and confidentiality
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Disclaimer
This job description summarizes the general duties and responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job functions. Duties and requirements may vary by client, location, and assignment. Employment remains subject to applicable company policies and governing laws.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Previous security, customer service, military, or law enforcement experience is preferred but not required, depending on the assignment.
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