Security Officer - Special Operations

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Manual Labor Duluth, MN, US

4 days ago Requisition

Are you looking for a career where you can contribute to safety and make a meaningful difference every day? At General Security Services Corporation (GSSC), security is more than a service – it’s a responsibility built on trust, professionalism, and integrity.

Since 1946, GSSC (DBA Midwest Patrol) has proudly protected the communities we serve through physical and electronic security solutions. Whether you’re an experienced security professional or just starting your career, we offer paid training and a supportive team to help you succeed. If you’re ready to join a team where protecting people and property is a shared mission, we encourage you to apply.

• Competitive compensation & PTO
• Progressive pay increases
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid training
• Promotional and advancement opportunities available
• Employee Referral & Retention Bonus Program

Hours will vary based on operational needs and may include day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts. Special Operations Officers must be available to work a variety of schedules to provide coverage when needed.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Security Officer – Special Operations is a vital team member that fills in for Officers during shortages, assists with start-ups at new accounts until permanent Security Officers can be hired, trains new Security Officers, and occasionally provides safe and secure transportation of individuals. These Officers will gain a broad and specialized knowledge of various high-profile posts.

Ideally, these Officers will develop career paths to further grow within the company and will be evaluated for leadership and further growth potential.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job responsibilities.

• Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel.
• Patrols assigned site on foot or in a vehicle; checks for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized persons.
• Enforces required security regulations and procedures pursuant to Post Orders and or the Facility Security Plan pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises.
• Assist in start-ups at new accounts until permanent Security Officers can be hired to include working the site, writing post orders, and training newly assigned permanent Security Officers.
• Fill in for Officers during shortages due to vacations, call-offs, no shows, suspensions, holidays, etc.
• Responds to client inquiries in an expeditious manner.
• Monitors CCTV and alarm systems and provides appropriate response where applicable
• Ensures all CCTV and alarm systems are functional where applicable.
• Reacts appropriately, promptly and in accordance with Post Orders in emergency situations.
• Generates clear and concise written reports of shift activities.
• May occasionally provide safe and secure transportation of individuals to and from treatment, state agencies and private facilities.
• Maintains safe driving practices and vehicle care procedures as required.
• Creates a positive working environment and strong teamwork.
• Ensures compliance with all GSSC policies and procedures, federal regulations, state statutes, and specifications per client contracts.
• Interacts professionally and engages with client personnel, vendors, contractors, and members of the public.
• Expect to work on weekends and holidays with limited notice, and work during “high need” periods.
• Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee may not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and…