Morning Foot Patrol Security Officer 77024 (STX 2 Div 2) Houston, TX, United States of America Back Apply Now Back Apply Now Overview United Protective is a privately held, independent corporation dedicated to providing contract security services throughout the Texas region. Beginning in 1999, with just three employees, we have grown consistently and through quality of partnerships. Today, United Protective services the State of Texas with hundreds of employees in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco, Houston, Oklahoma City, and San Antonio. As other companies merge, consolidate, downsize, or sell; United Protective has emerged as a tried and true resource for contract security services. We are committed to customizing our service through open and honest communication through the development of trust and respect for our clients, employees and our co-workers. The ideal we strive for is continuous improvement in our relationships, productiveness, responsiveness, integrity and professionalism.Look closely at United Protective and you will see the difference immediately. We are a specialized agency geared towards providing exceptional service. UPS believes in better selection and training of our officers is paramount to providing the service our client's desire and deserve.United Protective is an owner-operated company with one of the most experienced management teams in Texas. Senior management is directly involved in service delivery and maintains a partner-like relationship with each client. Our philosophy is distinctive because we look at each client as an individual entity with inherent needs specific to its location. Instead of the 'cookie-cutter' approach that so many of our competitors use, we offer near total flexibility and a truly custom approach in our service. As societal and economic changes make security more critical and contract staffing the logical choice, more and more companies are looking to United Protective.Job Skills / Requirements Schedules to be discussed at Interview. Sunday OFFMonday 7AM to 3PMTuesday 7AM to 3PMWednesday 7AM to 3PMThursday 7AM to 3PMFriday 7AM to 3PMSaturday OFFUnited Protective Services is hiring for a Security Officer in the Memorial City area. This is a very customer service-oriented position and requires a second interview with the property manager to be set up at the post.Responsibilities
Protect property from theft or damage, or persons from hazards or interference
Enforce property rules and regulations designed to prevent breaches of security
Conduct patrols of the property checking for irregularities and inspecting protection devices and fire control equipment
Monitor CCTV, and access control systems, where available
Maintain strict control and accountability for all assigned keys and badges
Responsible for maintenance and daily inventory of all equipment issued
Write detailed and accurate daily reports of incidents or irregularities for submission to the customer; utilize a mobile tour application for reporting, where available
Maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of the property’s post orders; follow instructions as documented in the post orders
Remain alert for the presence of unauthorized persons, trespassers, and/or security violations
Approach suspicious persons, escort trespassers off the property and call the police, if needed, following protocol for issuing a criminal trespass notice
Assist visitors and customers by answering questions and giving directions; maintain a high level of professionalism and customer service
Exercise judgment and use discretion in dealing with emergencies and security violations encountered
Determine whether the first response should be to intervene directly (asking for assistance when deemed necessary and time allows), to keep the situation under surveillance, or to report the situation so that it can be handled by the appropriate authority
Follow up on all customer and management requests
Communicate effectively with United Protective Services Security leadership team, property management, and teammates
Duties require specialized training in methods and techniques of protecting security areas and de-escalation
Complete all assigned training, keep required certifications current
Other duties as assigned
Essential Skills and Abilities:
Must be able to perform rigorous foot patrol duties for an entire shift
Essential duties require the ability to stand, stoop, bend, climb stairs, and walk for an extended period
Must be able to operate telephones in a professional manner
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in the use of basic computer knowledge
Strong attention to detail
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Education Requirements (Any)
High School Diploma or GED
Additional Information / Benefits
United Protective Services License:Texas B-09771 & B-12854Oklahoma 12SGA 4246Equal Opportunity EmployerBenefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid VacationThis job reports to the Account ManagerThis is a Full-Time position 1st Shift. Number of Openings for this position: 1Back Apply Now Back Apply Now
