What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Guard [Full-Time and Part-Time Positions] position at Fort Mojave Indian Tribe?
Date Update: 3/11/2025
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Security Guard Department: Aha Macav Housing Entity
Reports To: Director Employment Status: Full-Time/Part-Time
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Classification: Sensitive
Supervisory Status: No Salary Minimum: DOE
Driving Classification: Valid Driver’s License Shift: Graveyard
Summary:
This position provides a security presence to ensure that tenants have a safe environment. The
security guard’s primary duties include patrolling the Housing premises to deter criminal activity,
monitoring surveillance systems, and reporting suspicious behavior. Maintaining a visible presence
to deter potential threats against the Housing community to protect the tenants and taking appropriate
action when necessary. This position is scheduled for graveyard.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The following list outlines key responsibilities for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as
needed:
- This position is under the general supervision of the Housing Director.
- The incumbent conducts hourly rounds to ensure that the Housing office and AZ/CA Villages
- Provides a security presence by patrolling assigned areas to identify potential security risks.
- Observes and reports any criminal or suspicious activity to the proper authorities.
- Prepares concise nightly written reports on activities or problem areas for the Tenant
- Maintains telephone and vehicle logs nightly and sends reports to supervisor after every shift.
- Adheres to the AMHE’s Security Policy and Procedures and FMIT’s Personnel Policy and
- May be requested by the Board of Commissioners or Director to attend monthly board
- Refrain from direct confrontation regarding serious situations unless unable to do so, always
- Maintain and be responsible of the security vehicle.
- Immediately report any damages or thefts of AMHE property this includes vehicle, bicycle,
- Will do bicycle, foot, and car patrol.
- Responds promptly to emergencies such as fire, medical situations, or other serious scenes
- Maintain and secure all official equipment assigned.
- Always conduct yourself professionally and wear assigned uniforms at all times while on duty
and perform your duties in a manner that reflects credit upon yourself, the Housing Entity,
and the position you hold.
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• Observing the precepts of truth, accuracy, and discretion without allowing personal feelings,
- Assist with eviction process through the tribal judicial system.
- Ability to travel for training.
Qualifications:
- Required: At least six (6) months of experience as a Security Guard/Officer.
- Required: Minimum age requirement: 21 years.
- Required: Strong writing and communication skills.
- Required: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Required: Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
Requirements:
- Required: Must be CPR and First Aid certified or obtain within 30- days of hire.
- Required: Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace as a condition of
- Required: Must have the ability to interact effectively and with interpersonal communication
skills to receive direction, and exchange information with co-workers, police personnel, and
tenants.
- Required: Must have the ability to always provide excellent customer service.
- Required: Must have the physical ability to perform foot and bicycle patrol for long
distances.
Education/Experience:
- Required: High school diploma or GED required.
Language Ability:
- Proficient in English, with the ability to communicate effectively with staff and police
Matth Ability:
- Required: Basic math skills
Reasoning Ability:
- Required: Strong reasoning and logical problem-solving skills.
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Computer Skills:
- Desired: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is a plus but not mandatory.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Material Utilization:
- Operate hand-held radios, cell phones, bicycles, copy/fax machines, printers, computers,
Certificates and Licenses:
- Required: Valid driver’s license with insurability under the Tribe's auto insurance carrier.
- Required: First Aid and CPR certifications are required within three (3) months of hire
(training will be provided by Anya Estates if needed).
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Physical Demands:
- Required: Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Perform duties in extreme summer conditions and moderate weather conditions.
- Frequently required to stand for long periods, walk long distances, stoop, bend, kneel, and
crouch.
Work Environment:
- Professional
Additional Information:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not an
exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. The Fort Mojave Indian
Tribe reserves the right to amend and adjust responsibilities to meet organizational and business
needs.
The Indian Preference Act will be enforced. The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an
exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. The Fort Mojave Indian Tribe
reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.
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Employee Acknowledgment:
I acknowledge that I have received, read, and understand this job description. I understand that this
document provides a general overview of my responsibilities and that my duties may be modified as
necessary to meet the needs of the organization.
Employee Name (Print):
Employee Signature:
Date:
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