• Monitor the Lot: Regularly patrol the lot on foot or in a vehicle to ensure all areas are secure and no suspicious activity is occurring.
• Maintain Visibility: Ensure high visibility by periodically stopping and patrolling different areas of the lot to deter criminal activity.
• Monitor Entry and Exit Points: Ensure that only authorized personnel and vehicles are entering or exiting the lot by checking identification, vehicle registration, or other access control protocols.
• Check Gates and Barriers: Ensure that gates, barriers, and fences are functioning properly and remain secure. Report any damage or malfunction immediately.
• Perform Routine Mobile and Foot Patrols: Patrol the lot, both on foot and by vehicle, to ensure security and identify potential vulnerabilities or risks.
• Observe for Security Threats: Watch for suspicious behavior, loitering individuals, or any signs of illegal activities such as theft, vandalism, or drug use.
• Incident Reporting: Immediately report any security breaches, safety hazards, or emergencies to the appropriate authorities or management, and document the incident thoroughly.
• Conduct Electronic Checkpoint Scans: Use handheld devices or mobile apps to scan pre-designated checkpoints throughout the lot during patrols (e.g., gates, entry points, high-risk areas).
• Ensure Timely Scans: Complete scans at specific intervals (e.g., every 15-30 minutes) to ensure security patrols are being conducted as scheduled.

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must have a valid drivers license

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check

• Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.

• Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.

• Ability to be physically alert on any shift that is assigned.

• Work experience in a correctional setting is preferred.

• May be required to possess a valid state driver’s license.

• Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff, philosophically committed to the objectives of the facility, and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.

Preferred Qualifications of Security Officers

• 1 year experience as a security or corrections officer

Pay and Benefits for Security Officers:

• Wages from $13.00 / Hour, but vary on location

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and promotion

• Direct Depost/401K
• Skills-enhancing training