Security Officer

Who We Are

Are you interested in working for an organization whose mission is to enable frail, underserved, and multicultural senior communities to live independently at home and in their communities, for as long as possible?

PACE Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is dedicated to providing its participants with comprehensive health and social supports that are proven to effectively manage chronic conditions and to reduce the risk for premature institutionalization. PACE staff are leaders in the “aging in place” industry and we have had the honor of serving Fresno, Bakersfield and Orange County seniors and their families/caregivers.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Facilities and Safety Manager, the Security Officer will maintain a safe and secure environment for members and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel. In addition, the Security Officer will deter unwanted criminal activity, protect property and enforce rules on a property.

Essential Job Functions

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment and access points; permitting entry
• Obtains help by sounding alarms or initiating police
• Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers
• Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures
• Provide protection for equipment and workers along with checking credentials of vehicles and individuals entering and exiting the premises.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, projects, and committees as assigned.   
• Adhere to and support the center’s practices, procedures, and policies including assigned break times and attendance.
• Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner; and perform all other related duties as assigned.
• Be flexible in schedule of hours worked.
• May require use of personal vehicle

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Judgment
• Objectivity
• Dependability
• Emotional control
• Excellent customer service
• Reporting skills
• Ability to question and identify persons
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to quickly learn department policies, procedures, goals, and services
• Skill: Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to change priorities regularly

Working Conditions and Physical Demands 

The working conditions and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to access all premises multiple times per shift/day.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally, 15 pounds frequently, and 7 pounds constantly; required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 25 pounds.
• Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent sitting, standing, walking and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead; squatting and kneeling.
• Work is generally performed in an outdoor environment with minimal supervision.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated successful experience as a security officer or relevant position required
• Ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment
• Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols
• Surveillance skills and detail orientation
• Integrity and professionalism
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population

Education and Certification 

• High School Diploma or GED Certification required
• Current Guard Card
• Is medically cleared for communicable diseases and has all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact.

Core Values

• Respect at the core of our interactions.
• Honesty and Integrity with every endeavor.
• Patient – Centered care aligned with participant values, beliefs, and preferences. 
• Encouragement that motivates and empowers others to be the best they can be. 
• Quality Care that is efficient, transformative and innovative.