Lead Security Guard at Dairy Farmers of America

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Security Operations, Conflict De-escalation, Access Control, Surveillance Monitoring, Emergency Response, Report Writing, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Observation Skills, Team Coordination, Scheduling

Industry

Dairy Product Manufacturing

Description

GENERAL PURPOSE Coordinate the daily activities of security guards, including scheduling, training, and cascading communications and information to the guards. Maintain the safety and security of employees, clients, visitors, and property. Inspect grounds and premises according to established schedules personally and/or with electronic surveillance equipment; report intruders or incidents to central security control or to external security or police agencies. Greet visitors; establish their reasons for being on the organization's premises, and issue visitor passes to ensure that access to all buildings and premises is controlled. Respond promptly to requests for assistance from employees to ensure their safety and security. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Coordinate the daily activities of security guards, including scheduling, training, and cascading communications and information to them; function as an escalation point and resource to the security guards · Control access to site by ensuring proper identification of employees or visitors and prepare security logs · Assist visitors with legitimate need to gain entry to facility · Monitor alarms, entrances, and exits to facility (guard station, video-surveillance systems) and act to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry · Make periodic walking tours of buildings and grounds to check doors, windows, and other entries to ensure they are properly secured · Report any observed irregularities, such as presence of unauthorized people, fire hazards, leaking pipes, unsecured entries, and faulty equipment · Respond to emergencies · Write reports on what they observed while on duty · Enforce rules and regulations of the location or property · The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · High school diploma or equivalent · Security guard or security related training preferred · 1 to 3 years of security guard or related work experience coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes or team lead experience · Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES · Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork · Able to demonstrate leadership qualities as a self-starter · Able to respond courteously and efficiently to inquiries, complaints, and requests · Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism · Able to handle and deescalate confrontational situations · Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing · Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills) · Observation skills (alert and aware of surroundings and able to quickly recognize anything out of the ordinary) · Problem solving skills (able to quickly determine the best course of action when a dangerous situation arises) · Must be able to read, write and speak English An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily security guard activities, including scheduling, training, and communication. Maintain the safety of employees and property through surveillance, access control, and emergency response.