Security Officer

Location: New York

The Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe working environment for Firm Partners, employees, clients, guests and vendors. This role monitors and authorizes all incoming and outgoing traffic to protect persons and property against theft and vandalism at all times.

Role

Shift: Sat - Sun: 8 am - 8 pmMon: 4 pm - 11 pmWed: 9 am - 4 pm Responsibilities

Hold one of three standing posts to authorize entry of all persons, escort and monitor, as necessary, clients, visitors and vendors to ensure access control and confidentiality of information

Patrol locations to ensure safety of all persons on Firm premises and protect property from theft and vandalism

Monitor surveillance systems and C-Cure System to answer alarms, open doors, investigate disturbances , view/print door activity reports upon request, print , activate and deactivate cards; retrieve recorded footage, store and save data Prepare reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, suspicion of theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences

Provide accurate and neat activity logs at the end of each tour of duty Perform emergency response; coordinate with police, fire department and ambulatory services in cases of emergency

Provide phone and administrative support to other operational departments; read and respond to incoming emails, faxes, taxi requests and department requests

Answer phones and reply to messages quickly and accurately, providing only non-confidential information

Handle reservations for conference rooms and report required cleaning and repairs to ensure rooms are prepared for use; deliver meals, packages, faxes and printed copies to conference rooms as needed

Escort employees to pick up special requests for supplies and document items taken for department manager

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills Demonstrated professionalism, honesty, dependability, and vigilance

Excellent observation skills and attention to detail

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to effectively and calmly resolve problems and respond to emergency situations

Ability to perform visual recognition of Firm attorneys and employees

Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing; strong command of the English language

Ability to take and follow through on direction given by Manager/Supervisor Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division

Basic computer and keyboarding skills; proficiency in MS Outlook, Word and Excel preferred

Familiarity with standard office equipment: copier, scanner, fax, etc.

Preferred Skills Experience in corporate security, military or police department a plus Ability to speak a second language is preferred

Knowledge of C-Cure and security software preferred

Required Experience2 to 5 years of corporate security experience required

Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

Valid New York State Security License required

Preferred Qualifications Some college preferred

Salary Information NY Only:
The estimated base salary range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000 at the time of posting.

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible.

Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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