Security Officer

**Job Title**

Security Officer
**Job Description Summary**

Under the supervision of the Security Director, provide for the safety and protection of the building and premises by controlling access points, patrolling the site, monitoring activities, and otherwise proactively preventing theft, illegal or unauthorized entry, vandalism, and violence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for patrolling the interior and exterior premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates
- Answer alarms and investigate disturbances
- Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain the security of the premises using the on-site system, data base and procedures
- Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences
- Immediately notify the Security Director in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons and immediately report same to local Police and Fire departments
- Circulate among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property
- Answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non-business hours or when switchboard is closed
- Warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary and as instructed by the Director and pursuant to building policy
- May be required to operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas
- Inspect and adjust security and life safety systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence of tampering
- Monitor and adjust controls that regulate building systems, such as air conditioning, furnace, or boiler
- While on post, be an ambassador for the property owner for visitors.
- Assist with severe weather activities and ensure “Wet Floor’ signs are posted and notify Housekeeping if wet floors need addressed.

IMPORTANT EDUCATION
[INDICATE EDUCATION BASED ON REQUIREMENTS THAT ARE JOB-RELATED AND CONSISTENT WITH BUSINESS NECESSITY]
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
[INDICATE EXPERIENCE BASED ON REQUIREMENTS THAT ARE JOB-RELATED AND CONSISTENT WITH BUSINESS NECESSITY]
- A minimum of 2 years of prior security experience is required, preferably in a commercial or industrial setting.
- CPR Certified
- Knowledge of Security State and Federal Laws and Regulations
- Ability to maintain applicable licensing requirements
- Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license
- Ability to work with mínimal supervision and independently
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships Keep
- Must exercise a high degree of integrity and demonstrate a strong code of ethics Keep
- Must be able to speak and read English Keep

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from

Being part of a growing global company;

Career development and a promote from within culture;

An organization committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.
We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

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