SUMMARY

The Security Officer, working independently or as part of a team, is responsible for the protection, safeguarding, and security of assets, personnel, and others at his/her assigned site. This position includes inspecting bags and personal belongings of individuals. Your primary responsibility will be to detect and prevent the unauthorized entry of prohibited items, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. This position is supervised by the Supervisor, and/or Management.

We're excited to share that the job is based in beautiful Juneau, Alaska! We kindly ask that all applicants either live in Juneau or be open to relocating at their own expense.

Pay and Benefits

Starting Pay at Begins at $ 20.00 DOE 

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work with Clients and the public using tact and courtesy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions, including company policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance.
• Ability to observe and record events accurately.
• Ability to use common sense and good judgment when making decisions within scope of authority.
• Ability to learn and apply specialized security/protection techniques, methods and procedures.
• Ability to analyze problems and situations and take prompt effective action.
• Ability to enforce regulations and rules effectively.
• Ability to recognize an emergency or immediate threat and take appropriate action in a mature, controlled manner, applying existing policies and guidelines.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.
• Ability to work directly with the public, conveying information and assistance effectively on a daily basis.
• Knowledge of safety and security issues related to pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• Skill in utilizing a variety of computer software systems including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Deltek timekeeping.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED); AND
• Must be at least 18 years of age; AND
• Must have 12 months experience as a licensed security guard.
• Six (6) months of experience dealing with the public; AND
• Ability to obtain a Security Guard license issued by the State of Alaska; AND
• Ability to pass a background check; AND
• If applicable, ability to obtain basic first aid and CPR certification within 3 months of hire; AND
• If applicable, ability to pass a drug screen; AND
• If applicable, Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must be competent in use of Microsoft word documents and time keeping.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six (6) months of experience in a work environment requiring safety and security precautions, i.e. previous military, law enforcement or security experience.

JOB DUTIES

• Responsible for driving corporate vehicle from the Goldbelt corporate office to the boat launch site.
• Responsible for getting on and monitoring boat safety.
• Responsible for checking bags of miners and boarding personnel. 
• Conduct thorough inspections of bags, backpacks, purses, and personal belongings of individuals entering the premises.
• May verify the identity of individuals as necessary, following established protocols.
• Enforce security policies and procedures to prevent the entry of prohibited items, such as weapons, explosives, contraband, or restricted items.
• Provide a friendly and professional demeanor when interacting with customers and visitors.
• Notifies local Emergency response agency in the event of an emergency. Maintains order at the site until their arrival and renders basic first aid or CPR as needed.
• Protects the interests and property of Goldbelt Security and the Client.
• Provides assistance to visitors. 
• Performs other incidental and related duties as assigned.