Overview

Under direct supervision from the Security Manager, the Security Guard (Overnight) provides general protection of facility property and personnel; monitors facility and protects against fire, damage and theft; provides general information and assistance to facility guests; and serves as the lead for all Base Security systems.

This role pays an hourly rate of $19.00-$20.00

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

This position will remain open until June 12, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Patrols facility; lock and unlock doors as required; guard property against fire, theft and damage.
• Observe facilities and equipment for needed maintenance and repairs; recognize and report damage and safety hazards.
• Complete incident report forms in accordance with department standards, including photos where appropriate, documenting damages.
• Observe public; provide general information, directions, and assistance to facility guests.
• Report suspicious behavior to the Security Base Operator.
• Assist medical personnel by directing traffic, crowd control and securing needed equipment.
• Exchange all current facility information with base officer coming on duty.
• Have operational knowledge of Lutron system, including the partitioning of meeting spaces as requested.
• Check Lutron system hourly for the status of all facility lights.
• Maintain logs, Issues and receives equipment.
• Manage lost and found operations.
• Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, surveillance activities, interviewing witnesses, and obtaining signatures.
• Be aware of the location and use of emergency alarms and equipment.
• Monitor the facility’s Fire Alarm System and follow established procedures in case of fire, power outages, civil unrest or other emergencies.
• Review on an ongoing basis and be prepared to implement the policies and procedures in the Center’s Emergency Preparedness Manual.
• Ensure correct and orderly flow of event personnel from shift to shift.
• Maintain open dialogue with all event supervisors.
• Monitor and maintain event staff sign-in sheets in absence of Security Coordinator.
• Sign all visitors in and out; issue and maintain outside vendor/visitor badges.
• Maintain a comprehensive log of all pertinent facility information throughout entire work shift.
• Monitor CCTV system throughout work shift and report any unusual activity to the Director of Safety & Security, Security Coordinator and Roving Security Guard.
• Activate and disseminate pertinent information through the Center’s emergency Public Address system.
• Provide general information, directions and assistance to facility clients and guests.
• Perform regular inspection of CCTV, Access Card Reader, and fire/life safety equipment.
• Maintain the Security Base office in a clean, presentable and professional appearance.
• Informs and educates violators of policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Microsoft Office software applications such as Word and Excel.
• Behavioral Observation and Surveillance Skills.
• CCTV Systems, Card Access Reader Systems, Fire Alarm Systems, Lutron Lighting System.
• Remain engaged and alert through the entirety of each work shift.
• Maintain a professional appearance as well as a professional work ethic.
• Work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.
• Provide a customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism.
• Demonstrate professionalism in entering occupied areas of the facility.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors and facility users.
• Work a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working in a safety, security or crowd management capacity.
• High school diploma, or equivalent GED.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a VA state guard card.
• Possession of or ability to obtain CPR/AED certification.
• Possession of or ability to obtain certification in Crowd Management Training.