Security Officer (OC)
On-siteNorth Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Job Summary
Patrol and monitor all property areas on foot, bicycle, or vehicle while observing, reporting, and taking action on suspicious or criminal activity. Monitor alarm systems, surveillance cameras, and access control equipment; respond to physical threats, altercations, and aggressive behavior using de-escalation techniques and defensive tactics. Act as a first responder during medical, fire, or criminal emergencies, administering first aid, CPR, and Narcan as needed. Perform gaming drops and transactions, transporting drop boxes and chip carriers, and serve as a dispatcher to relay information via radio. Write detailed incident reports on accidents, theft, or unusual occurrences and secure incident scenes for evacuation procedures. Complete mandatory training in legal, defensive tactics, and drills while maintaining proficiency with assigned equipment.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience in security, customer service, or related role
- Strong communication, observation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to successfully complete company Security Officer Academy
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
- Ability to operate vehicles, radios, and security equipment
- Lifting/Carrying: Regularly up to 30 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs.
- Push/Pull: Must be able to push or pull carts or equipment weighing up to 200 lbs. or rolling load (force required approximately 25-40 lbs. depending on surface and incline)
- Dragging: Ability to drag or assist an unconscious person in an emergency
- Standing/Walking: Prolonged periods (up to 5+ hours per shift)
- Running/Climbing: Must be able to run short distances and climb multiple flights of stairs
- Movement: Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and stooping
- Vision/Hearing: Normal color, distance, and peripheral vision; adequate hearing for alarms, radios, and communication
- Speech: Clear verbal communication required
- Driving: Must safely operate company vehicles
- Typing/Reports: Ability to type and complete written and digital reports accurately
- Proficiency in defensive tactics, handcuffing, and de-escalation techniques
- Effectively communicate and interact with a diverse range of individuals and groups, including customers, employees, law enforcement and the public
- Computer literacy to complete reports and access security systems
- Ability to direct and participate in evacuation and emergency procedures
- Capacity to restrain or subdue individuals when necessary
Desired Qualifications
- Previous security, law enforcement, or military background
- Experience in resort, casino, or hospitality security environments
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