Patrol Officer - Part Time
Description
PART-TIME Security Patrol Officer
As a Security Patrol Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of designated areas by conducting regular patrols, monitoring surveillance equipment, and inspecting premises. You will deter and respond to incidents of theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access, while providing a visible and authoritative presence. Your role involves maintaining accurate records, writing incident reports, and collaborating with law enforcement when necessary. Excellent observational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential. A commitment to uphold safety protocols and a proactive approach to preventing security breaches are key aspects of this position.
Essential Functions
• Respond to alarms, emergencies, and incidents, assessing situations and taking appropriate action;
• Monitor and operate security surveillance systems, including CCTV and alarm systems;
• Patrol and supervise assigned areas of property, assuring residents, guests, and staff are safe, orderly, and within supervised areas; assure all others on property are authorized visitors; monitor resident behavior and activity during meetings and community functions; promote positive behavior; enforce community policies, regulations and procedures;
• Conduct routine checks and maintenance of security equipment to ensure it is in working order;
• Investigate and report unusual, suspicious or criminal activities; prevent or break up conflicts and fights; investigate incidents and report instances of vandalism; take photos of incidents as appropriate; serve as first responder to incidents; refer incidents including personal injuries, altercations, suspicious activities, and rule violations;
• Reduces the potential for the injury, loss of life, property theft, and/or destruction of property by conducting visual surveys while conducting area checks and patrols for potentially dangerous or unsafe areas, buildings, and conditions, (e.g., inoperative lighting, unlocked doors, insecure stairway railing, etc.), routinely inspecting all firefighting/prevention equipment, conducting fire inspections hazardous materials or conditions, and making on-the-spot corrections if possible or reporting the conditions to an appropriate authority for correction;
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• Enforces community parking and traffic regulations by being knowledgeable of the
parking and traffic regulations, advising residents, guests, and staff about the parking
rules and regulations, issuing parking and traffic tickets, rendering assistance during
traffic accidents and preparing reports regarding on-property traffic accidents;
Education and Experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience with surveillance systems, security equipment, and emergency response
procedures.
• Three (3) years of security experience.
• Customer service experience, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication
skills.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License.
• Patrol Positions require a clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or MAJOR
moving violations within the past seven years.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.