CORPORATE SECURITY OFFICER I

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

• At GEO, we believe that diversity in our workforce and the inclusion of a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds are integral parts of our company's success.
• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Summary
The Corporate Security Officer I is an unarmed security position overseeing and maintaining security of the corporate office building including grounds and parking garage while enforcing corporate security protocols. This position requires scheduled shift schedules to include nights, weekends and holidays.

• The work schedule for this position is: Monday through Thursday, 11:00 PM -7:00 AM (4 DAYS/10 HOUR SHIFT)

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• The Corporate Security Officer I oversees and monitors the activities of employees and guests while ensuring that public access is only granted for official business reasons.
• Patrols premises including office space, grounds, and parking garage to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and office equipment and furnishings.
• The Corporate Security Officer I answers and responds to alarms and investigates disturbances.
• Monitors and authorizes the entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
• The Corporate Security Officer I writes reports of daily activities and irregularities such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
• Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to employees and guests in the event of injury, illness or trauma. Calls police or fire departments in cases of emergency such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• The Corporate Security Officer I circulates among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property.
• May answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information when a Receptionist is not available.
• The Corporate Security Officer I warns persons of rule infractions or violations and apprehends or evicts violators from premises.
• Attends training courses as required by corporate training standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in a Criminal Justice program with at least sixty (60) credit hours completed OR
  
  • Two (2) years of previous experience in a protective services capacity such as a Security Officer or Police Officer. Military service veterans preferred.
• Must be able to obtain State of Florida Guard license D within forty-five (45) days.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Ability to work overtime, nights, weekends and holidays as required.
• Ability to write concise and comprehensive reports in a timely manner.
• 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.
• Ability to work overtime with little notice.
• May be required to possess valid state driver's license.
• Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of staff and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
• Ability to pass all of the necessary background requirements as defined by the organization.

The GEO Group, Inc.