Security Officer; Weekends

company overview

perry ellis international, inc. Represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The company, through its wholely owned subsidiaries, owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: perry ellis®, original penguin® by munsingwear®, laundry by shelli segal®, rafierra®, cubavera®, ben hogan®, savane®, grand slam®, john henry®, manhattan®, axist® and farah®.

The company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: nike® for swimwear, and callaway®, pga tour®, and jack nicklaus® for golf apparel.

security officer, or security guard, ensures the safety of the area they are assigned to watch. Their duties include monitoring the premises, responding to emergency situations and keeping track of all incidents on‑site. Weekend shift saturday, sunday, monday 6 am - 6:45 pm (12‑hour shift, 36‑hour work week).

in general, a security officer will perform the following tasks:

• reports to the security, safety and loss prevention manager.
• maintains and controls the entry and exit of all individuals entering the dublin distribution center.
• checks visitors in and out of the area.
• monitors and analyzes cctv camera footage.
• guards valuables in a secure area.
• protects the company’s assets relative to theft, assault, fire and other safety issues.
• responds to alarms and emergencies.
• communicates any irregularities with management.
• keeps an incident report record.
• follows procedures for various initiatives including fire prevention, traffic control and accident investigations.
• patrols and secures the area if needed.
• escorts visitors around the premises.
• assists in investigations to resolve theft issues.
• ensures compliance with government regulations.
• responds to local burglar and fire alarm calls.
• participates as a member of the corporate crisis management and disaster response teams.
• reports all facility accidents and associate injuries to the security, safety and loss prevention manager or his designee within 24 hours of the occurrence.
• provides assistance to emergency medical teams as needed to ensure the safety and security of our associates.
• all other tasks as assigned.

interpersonal communication, verbal and written, with a diverse range of people, including the proper handling of security situations, effectively using time and resources to accomplish security program operations; maintaining efficient holistic relationships with those encountered in the course of work; independently solving various difficult situations and problems; assessing operational needs, identifying administrative problems; working long irregular hours under pressure; must be available 24/7;

accomplishing goals by the utilization of the team approach, supervising contracted security personnel.

knowledge: principles and practices related to security operations, personnel practices, administrative practices, security preventative practices, investigatory practices. First line practices of supervision, including assigning, evaluating and modifying work; functions and processes of carrying out security operations and reviewing content of reports.

• high school diploma or ged equivalent.
• two years of criminal justice, law enforcement, military, security experience or a closely related field; and/or.
• five years full‑time experience in a security‑related field performing supervisory responsibilities or highly responsible work relating to tasks assigned to this position.
• proficiency in microsoft programs such as word, excel and power point and google mail.

perry ellis international is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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