Sample security guard job description
At [Company X], thousands of people come through our doors every day to work, shop, and eat. We’re looking for a highly competent security guard to help monitor the premises and protect our valued staff, visitors, tenants, and inventory. The ideal candidate will have experience as a security officer or guard, as well as training in self-defense and first aid. This person should have a sharp eye and quick reflexes for detecting suspicious or criminal behavior and preventing theft and vandalism. Under the supervision of a security sergeant, the security guard will be responsible for the protection of all assets, personnel, customers, tenants, and visitors at our property.
Objectives of this role
- Ensure a safe environment through team efforts of active patrol, access control, diligent monitoring, and camera surveillance
- Be visible and observant at all times, and greet staff members, guests, and vendors in a courteous and attentive manner
- Respond immediately to distress calls, panic alarms, and emergency signals regarding disorderly conduct and disruptive incidents
- Maintain the company’s reputation through professionalism and strict compliance with the law
- Collaborate with other security guards to provide effective coverage and protection of the property
Responsibilities
- Patrol property on foot, making sure personnel, assets, buildings, gates, and fence perimeters are secure in all weather conditions
- Investigate incidents and take appropriate action as authorized by company policy for accidents, trespassing, suspicious activity, and fire safety
- Control and monitor surveillance equipment, and perform building and equipment inspections
- Guard access points by permitting or refusing entry, restraining trespassers, and directing heavy vehicular traffic at beginning and end of business days
- Complete daily reports, including observations, surveillance footage, and signatures
- Maintain security of all doors, windows, and exits during shift
Required skills and qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Registration as security guard
- Experience as security guard
- Helpful, courteous attitude
- Certification in first aid, CPR, BLS, and self-defense
- MMPI psychological testing, if required to carry a weapon
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Proficiency with computers, and aptitude for learning new software and systems
- Experience with security equipment and surveillance systems
- Experience in law enforcement