What are the responsibilities and job description for the IMMEDIATE OPENING Flex TWIC Security Officer position at Port Security Services?
***MUST HAVE VALID TWIC CARD, SECURITY LICENSE and DRIVER'S LICENSE WHEN APPLYING***
***MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ONBOARDING AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRAINING IN TIMELY FASHION***
Excellent opportunity for people looking for additional income.
Current hours available: Variable 24/7
Working week may vary from 8hr to 40hrs depending on the need. The more flexible you are the more opportunities are waiting for you.
Pay:
Starting at 15.00 for the probation period
HOLIDAYS PAID AT TIME AND HALF RATES (mandatory for new hires)
This is a Per Diem position (which means "On-Call", "As-Needed")
Qualifications and Skills Requirements:
- Possess VALID Security Officer License
- Have a VALID TWIC card (apply at tsa.gov)
- For more information on obtaining a TWIC Card please visit: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic or ask someone from PSS Management that handles recruiting matters.
- Have a VALID Driver’s License
- PAID PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRAINING AFTER 1ST WEEK OF WORK (also paid monthly training required; all training is paid at the state minimum)
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent experience - Higher Education is a plus
- Have reliable transportation
- Be able to pass a Drug Test and Background Check
- Be fluent in English (read, write and speak)
- Have basic computer knowledge
Job Description:
-Access control at the security checkpoints/gates
-Log incoming/outgoing traffic in accordance to regulations (training provided)
Job Duties:
- Provide security services at critical infrastructure facilities while complying with stringent government regulations
- Security services are required when a regulated vessel is in port
- Ensure personal safety of staff, visitors and property
- Respond and investigate appropriately to situations reported
- Check identification and badges of persons entering the facility
- Provide escort services to passengers/crew for ships and other facilities by utilizing provided golf cart (operation of golf cart over a long pier over water)
- Maintain logs and records of occurrences (Daily Activity Reports will need to be written every shift and attention to detail required)
- Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property, screening personal items, inspecting dock and access points; permitting entry and deterring trespassers per USCG and US Customs regulations
Requirements:
- Possess valid/unexpired Security Officer License "Class D"
- Have a valid/unexpired TWIC card
- Have a valid/unexpired Driver’s License
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent experience - Higher Education is a plus
- Have reliable transportation
- Be able to pass a Drug Test and Background Check
- Be fluent in English (read, write and speak)
- Have basic computer knowledge (recommended to complete paid online training, however it can be completed from a phone or tablet)
Port Security Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.