Security Officer

 As the Security Officer, you will provide unarmed specialized security services and security screening. Your job will be to protect County employees, visitors, facilities, and property.

In this position, you will interact with a variety of personalities, with the expectation that we provide exceptional customer service and treat everyone with the highest level of respect and courtesy.

This position will be required to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.

About the Department of Emergency Management

Are you passionate about safety and security and possess a high level of patience, dedication, devotion, and empathy? At the Division of Security Services with the Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management, we are looking for motivated individuals to rise to the occasion and provide vital safety and security protocols through a superior level of professionalism and outstanding customer service. Our responsibilities are to the people and assets of Maricopa County.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families

• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Two years of unarmed security-related experience within a criminal justice system, security industry, corrections, law enforcement, or military police environment

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Other Requirements

• Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation, including criminal history check, and driving record

• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

• Must attend and successfully complete the Security Services New Employee Orientation Training and achieve a passing score on the Competency Assessment within 30 days of hire

• Must obtain certification as Basic Life Safety, and CPR, First Aid, and AED within 30 days of hire

• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while on duty

• Must be willing and able to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as needed

We Also Value

• Post-secondary education in Security Management or related field

• Previous dispatch experience in a security or emergency response setting

• Three years of advanced unarmed security-related experience within a criminal justice system, security industry, corrections, law enforcement, or military police environment

• Certification from DPS or other licensed agencies in unarmed guard services or use of other non-lethal weaponry

Job Contributions

• Provide screening at various County facilities via metal detectors, x-rays, and hand wand screening to detect concealed weapons and prohibited items

• Inspect identification badges to control employee bypass entrances and prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas

• Monitor CCTV camera systems, alarms, and emergency fire systems; observe and report suspicious activity

• Conduct interior and exterior foot patrols to deter, detect, and respond to unauthorized or unsafe activity

• Investigate, document, and respond to disturbances or potentially threatening situations, including the use of physical restraints when necessary

• Implement emergency procedures as appropriate or as directed, including coordination with internal and external responders

• Provide first responder first aid, CPR, and AED assistance during medical emergencies

• Provide security presence and support during employee relations matters and sensitive or contentious public interactions

• Prepare written reports, maintain documentation, and provide surveillance data or evidence to support investigations

• Refer incidents, concerns, and potential violations to the Security Services Supervisor for follow-up or administrative review

• Other Job Duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards and noise and vibration

• Work in an unarmed capacity, including wearing a duty belt, body armor, or other department-required or issued equipment as authorized