Job Description

Military Base Security Officer (Northern MI)
Alpena, MI, United States of America
$19.50 - $19.50

Overview

DK Security is Michigan’s fastest growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and much more based on the needs of our clients.DK has earned a reputable name in the security industry thanks to our outstanding officers that work in the field, and we cannot wait to have you join our team! 

Job Skills / Requirements

 
SCOPE: Armed Security Officers are responsible for protecting the site’s building, grounds, assets, employees, tenants and visitors against criminal activity, accidents, and fires.  Armed Security Officers in this region will protect one of the States most critical infrastructures: our military bases!  You will work on a team to control access to the facility at all entry/exit points and will perform vehicle patrols around the grounds as well.  This is your opportunity to work on a team and serve a truly critical purpose!

**Must have a current, valid Concealed Pistol License**
**Firearm, Ammunition, Holster, and Full Duty Gear Belt Provided at NO COST **

CURRENT OPENINGS:

Thursday - Sunday 10:40pm-7:10am 
(ACA Full Time 30-39 hour per week)

Friday - Monday 10:40pm-7:10am 
(ACA Full Time 30-39 hours per week)

Friday - Sunday 10:40pm-7:10am 
(Part Time up to 29 hours per week)

COMPENSATION: 
  • Rate of Pay: $19.50/hour.
  • Benefits: Paid Medical Leave, and Voluntary Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance (eligibility requirements apply).
 
LOCATION: Alpena, MI

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: As an Armed Security Officer at DK Security, your duties may vary depending on the site you are working. Officers will conduct foot and vehicle patrols dependent on the site location.  Additional responsibilities may include:

  • Customer Relations - This site is highly reliant on customer relations with clients, resident families, and residents.
  • Access Control - Ensure only authorized individuals are allowed access to the site.
  • Camera Monitoring - Monitor CCTV for safety and security concerns.
  • Foot Patrol - Patrol the interior and exterior of the various buildings on site, keeping an eye out for security, safety, or maintenance issues.
  • Mobile Patrol - Patrol parking lots, roads, building exteriors and remote locations in a security vehicle.
  • Monitor Fire Alarms - Ensure fire alarms are working accurately
  • Must provide excellent customer service when dealing with Visitors, Staff, Executives, Co-Workers, etc.
  • Observes and reports activities and incidents at assigned client locations.
  • Guard posts – this may include building lobbies, gates, reception areas, control centers, etc.
  • Conduct periodic foot patrols of the assigned locations.
  • Ensure unauthorized persons do not enter restricted areas.
  • Ensure a safe and secure environment for all employees and visitors, and will enforce policies and procedures for the site location.
  • Check for employee and vendor identifications.
  • Look for suspicious persons, packages and activities.
  • Respond to emergency situations.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients, follow through with client requests, and keep operations managers updated on client communications.
  • Must follow and enforce site specific post guidelines.
  • Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be at least 21 years old or older.
  • Must have high school diploma or GED.
  • Must have a current, valid Concealed Pistol License or be LEOSA certified.
  • May NOT have any felony convictions and must be able to pass a criminal background check in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
  • Must pass a 5-panel drug screen upon hire and periodically thereafter.
  • Military experience or prior law enforcement experience is highly preferred for this position.
  • Must present a friendly, positive, professional image to clients, employees, supervisors, managers, and the general public.
  • Must possess excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills and the ability to solve problems and de-escalate situations in a non-confrontational manner. These include the ability to fluently speak, understand, read, and legibly write in the English language.
  • Must possess computer skills; specifically, in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.
  • Must have the ability to stand or walk for the duration of the shift, navigate stairs, and lift up to 70 lbs

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Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma or GED

Certification Requirements (Any)

Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL)

This job reports to the Site Supervisor

This is a Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift.