Senior Security Officer

Description

Senior Security Officer is responsible for effectively planning, developing, implementing, and overseeing safety and security programs for the Center and supervises security officers.

Must be available to work any shift and day of the week due to a 24/7 operation.

• Oversee the safety and security of the Center, supervising security officers and substitutes during the shift.
• Enforce all laws, rules, and policies within the scope of authority.
• Ensure the safety, health, and security of students, staff, and property.
• Operate equipment by completing preventive maintenance, following manufacturer instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Conduct foot patrols in assigned areas and remain alert for disturbances, fires, safety hazards, traffic violations, suspicious persons, and other unusual conditions.
• Administer rules and procedures regulating the entry, exit, and conduct of persons seeking access to the campus.
• Aid and assist visitors, students, and staff in every possible way.
• Assist in evaluation drills, fire drills, and active shooter drills as required by the PRH.
• Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points, and permitting entry.
• Perform building security and safety checks.
• Obtain help by sounding alarms.
• Receive complaints and perform directed investigations.
• Investigate vehicle accidents as assigned.
• Issue visitor passes and temporary parking permits.
• Assist in quelling disturbances.
• Prepare written accident reports and other required reports.
• Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures.
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, and training of security cadets.
• Participate in the preparation and enforcement of the Center’s safety and fire prevention program.
• Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures, and restraining trespassers.
• Participate in daily briefing covering assignments, proper dress, and procedures.
• Provide written and oral reports, briefings, or summaries to appropriate staff.
• Ensure all equipment is properly maintained.
• Provide vehicle checks to all entering and exiting traffic.
• Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), Bizzell policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and comply with safety practices.
• Follow the CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Model, mentor, and monitor appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Continuously help students become more employable.
• Participate in PRH‑mandated staff training; failure to participate may result in disciplinary actions up to and including termination.
• Assist in maintaining student security and accountability during training day and evening by walking through training areas, lunch areas, dorm and recreational activities, and monitoring the entire Center.
• Perform main entrance duty.
• Assist in transportation service as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Effective Communication

• Present information clearly and concisely, regularly confirming correct interpretation.
• Exhibit very high communication skills, both written and verbal, for presenting facts and ideas.
• Show professional non‑verbal body language and actively listen to others.

Organization of Work

• Action‑oriented; handle several projects simultaneously with decision‑making, flexibility, and problem‑solving.
• Implement key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment, in addition to personal organization.
• Show attention to detail and complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Continuously seek ways to improve employment services by developing professional skills and personal growth.

Professionalism

• Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others; abide by The Bizzell Group’s Healthy Workplace Environment policy.
• Act as a team player and build professional…