Security Assistant

Job description

***Shift is 4pm to 9:15pm Monday- Friday and alternating weekends***

SUMMARY

Implements best practices/procedures in the Wellness Center. Responsible for ensuring that the food, supplies, and patrons are safe and secure at all times. Attend all ASYMCA training meetings, special events and staff meetings as requested. Must uphold and promote the ASYMCA mission by demonstrating the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Monitors assigned areas and facility areas, crowds, suspicious activity.

· Escorts Trespassers, and other unwelcome parties off the premises.

· After business hours, checks doors, windows, and gates to ensure the property is secure.

· Contacts law enforcement or fire department in case of an emergency and immediately notifies Executive Director of the situation.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Mandatory Certifications/Requirements:

· Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.

Conflict resolution experience is preferred.

· Authoritative verbal communication skills.

· Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.

· Ability to learn the layout of the property and buildings.

Physical Demands

· Ability to monitor the property and access areas quickly.

· Physically able to capture and detain individuals if necessary.

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk or standing and walking around areas to monitor.

· Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds at a time.

Work Environment

The work environment is generally set in an office location, sometimes are required to be outside. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Education and Experience

· High School Diploma or Equivalent required

· Must be at least 21 years of age

· Must be able to exercise high levels of discretion and confidentiality

· Able to make decisive, sound decisions

· Must possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with members of the public

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Give an example of when you had to use conflict resolution.

Experience:

• Security: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

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