TLS Security Management Part Time Evening Special Police Officer Greenbelt, MD · Part time

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Summary of Position

We are currently seeking to recruit three highly qualified Security Officers for a reputable adult charter school at two locations in Washington, DC. The ideal candidates will possess the necessary skills and experience to uphold the highest standards of safety and security within the school premises. Responsibilities will include ensuring the safety of students, staff, and visitors, monitoring CCTV systems, conducting regular patrols, responding to emergencies, and enforcing school policies and procedures. Candidates should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to handle potentially stressful situations in a professional manner. A background in security or law enforcement is preferred, along with relevant certifications. If you are dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for an adult educational institution, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Basic Security Duties

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle and notate findings during these patrols.
• Compose electronic security reports for daily activity, incidents, maintenance, and suspicious activities.
• Politely inform violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking or carrying forbidden articles.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or call police or fire/EMS in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Permit authorized individuals to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Assist clients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.

Training

All Officers are required to complete training at the commencement of employment and periodically throughout the year to maintain proficiency in their role as an officer and sharpen their skills.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

Eligible to receive a Special Police Officer license or Security Officer License

Minimum of 1 year of customer service experience

Must have a high school diploma or GED

Candidate must be 21 years or older

Essential Skills 

• Proficient oral and written communication abilities when dealing with clients and colleagues.
• Capability to operate radio, telephone and CCTV monitoring equipment.
• Proficient written communication skills to produce security reports.
• Aptitude to interact amiably and effectively communicate with the public.
• Capability to promptly and accurately identify critical issues.
• Efficient assessment and evaluation skills when faced with various situations.
• Attentiveness to detail and astute active listening abilities.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other team members of the organization.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical requirements and working conditions outlined here exemplify what an employee must fulfill in order to effectively carry out the essential responsibilities of this position. This role entails working both indoors and outdoors, necessitating the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time. While on duty, employees may be exposed to various weather conditions and unfavorable weather. To mitigate these challenges, the company provides appropriate uniforms to shield against the elements.

In the performance of this job, the employee should expect to stand for prolonged periods (up to 4 hours at a time), and should have the ability to quickly climb multiple flights of stairs and lift weights ranging from 15 to 30 lbs.

This position requires shift work, typically consisting of 4 to 8 hours per day with a combination of day and evening shifts as required by the client site.

Equal Employment Employer

TLS Security Management is proud to affirm its commitment as an employer that provides equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, citizenship status, age, veteran status, or disability. We strictly prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment among our employees, from co-workers, supervisors, customers, or vendors. This commitment is reflected in our policies that cover various aspects such as recruiting, advertising, hiring, placement, promotion, training, transfer, wages, benefits, termination, and all employment privileges, terms, and conditions.