Security Specialist - Unarmed (FLEX)

Job Summary

Under general supervision, patrols an assigned area in and around public or private buildings, parking lots, parks, and other areas to prevent vandalism, theft, and abuse of the facilities; enforces applicable client rules and regulations; performs related duties as required.
The Security Specialist is assigned to various client worksites and may direct individuals regarding security and safety issues as needed. Supervision is received from Palicon Group supervisors and managers. Incumbents are subject to extended shifts or rotational duty assignments to include weekends, nights, and holidays. The Security Specialist is an unarmed position.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.1. Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to clients, client customers, and the general public.2. Patrols an assigned area and reports acts of vandalism, disturbances, and crimes to the client or proper authority; preserves order and enforces applicable rules and regulations; inspects doors, windows, and other access areas for security; provides general information and assistance to clients, client customers, and the general public.3. Patrols assigned worksites using a vehicle, golf-cart, or bicycle to enforce applicable rules and regulations.4. Coordinates with or assists clients and law enforcement personnel regarding incidents and investigations involving client worksites.5. Responds to calls for service at client worksites, assists as needed for special events and programs; and works with clients, client customers, and the general public.6. Directs vehicular and pedestrian traffic.7. Maintains a log of activities and incidents; prepares written reports of incidents and their disposition; issues parking violation notices on private property; reports abandoned or damaged vehicles; provides escort or guard services at client worksites.8. Routinely adheres to and maintains a positive attitude towards clients, client customers, the general public, and Palicon Groups goals; and performs related work as required.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:

1. Methods, materials, equipment, and practices used in security work.

2. Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Basic and legible report writing skills.3. City, county, state and federal rules, laws, and regulations as they apply to security work, public health, public safety, parking, and nuisance issues in public and private areas.Ability to:
1. See in the normal visual range with or without correction.2. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.3. Exhibit normal range of body motion.4. Transport materials and supplies weighing up to 10 pounds.5. Operate company owned radios, vehicles, golf-carts, and bicycles observing legal and defensive practices.6. Write clear and accurate reports.7. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.8. Remember names, faces and details of incidents.9. Read and understand company and client policies, rules, regulations, and instructions.10. Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and responsible course of action giving due regard to the surrounding hazards and circumstances.11. Work effectively and safely without direct supervision.12. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience:A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
Must have a current and valid Security Guard Registration (California Guard Card) issued by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS).
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:A valid Class "C" California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under Palicon Groups vehicle and insurance policy is required.
Must be 18 years of age or older. No conviction of a felony offense or misdemeanor offenses involving moral turpitude.