Under the direct supervision of the Security Director, the position is a licensed Security Officer who provides access control as a core function to ensure the safety and security of the reception area and within and around the administrative building. Excellent customer service is required for this position, with the responsibility to greet and check-in visitors as well as interact daily with the public, employees, and the client team members. This position performs a variety of security related tasks for the client as reflected below.

To be successful in this role, you will need above average written and verbal communication skills, ability to occasionally deal with potentially intoxicated individuals, and be attentive to the area of responsibility in order to promote the safety of those individuals working within the facility. The ideal candidate is able to coordinate multiple tasks, is detail oriented, and possesses the skillset to manage confrontational people, stressful situations or emergencies with a security mindset. As the first point of contact for visitors and employees, presenting a professional appearance and communicating effectively is essential for this position.

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday with a 50-hour workweek (40hrs straight pay 10hrs OT).

The estimated annual salary for this position is starting at $67,000.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 19 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• State of Alaska Security Officer license or able to obtain
• Ability to speak, write, and comprehend the English language, and apply written and verbal policies/procedures.
• Ability to interact with the public, assisting, and representing all levels of the client.
• Prior experience in a public facing administrative role, and/or customer-centric security related position is preferred.
• All applicants must submit an online application AND attach a detailed resume.
• Ability to work either day or night shift, as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain workplace security within the administrative building reception lobby by controlling access and following safety procedures.
• Greet and welcome visitors and employees as they arrive at the office.
• Check-in visitors, conduct security screenings, issue and collect visitor badges, maintain visitor logs, and notify the appropriate employee escort.
• Perform inside security related functions as requested by the client.
• Monitor alarm panels and CCTV.
• Conduct outside patrols to ensure that security of the property to include parking lots.
• Escort confrontational people out of the facility or off the property.
• Prepare and submit incident reports to the designated client representative.
• Coordinate and communicate with the DUS home office as appropriate.
• Participate in safety, security, and workplace violence training and certifications as required.

BENEFITS

Full-time regular employees have the opportunity to enroll in health insurance, life insurance, 401k Retirement Plan and short-term disability insurance.  Full-time regular employees are provided access to our employee assistance program.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is DUS’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Denali Universal Services (DUS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.