Security Officer - Part Time - Hoover & Strong

Hoover & Strong, founded in 1912, is a family-owned jewelry manufacturer and refiner that makes over 30,000 eco-friendly and responsibly sourced jewelry products, all made in the USA. Our team of 90 dedicated coworkers have created a family-oriented work environment that encourages sharing of ideas and responsible practices in a Lean Manufacturing factory. Our work ethic is strong. We provide high-quality products and professional services in a comfortable, casual, non-corporate atmosphere with respect and appreciation for one another.

SECURITY OFFICER - PART TIME

Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced part - time security officer to patrol and protect our property and personnel. As a member of our team, you will evaluate current safety systems and propose new ones if needed. You will be accountable for inflow/outflow of traffic, video surveillance, and will also be capable of detecting any strange occurrences that appear to be suspicious or illegal.

The hours for this position are Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 12:45 pm. You will be responsible for opening the building each day. No weekend hours. The wearing of a uniform is expected.

Starting Hourly Rate: $18.00

Job Responsibilities:

• Secure premises and personnel by controlling and monitoring surveillance equipment for anything unusual, potentially threatening, and/ or suspicious activity
• Be visible and observant at all times, greet staff and visitors in a courteous and attentive manner while monitoring and controlling door access for co-workers, guests, vendors, etc.
• Maintain the company's reputation with professionalism and legal compliance including informing violators of established policy and procedures. Any damages, theft, injuries, and/ or other irregular activity must be documented
• At the direction of the Senior Officer, investigate and take appropriate lawful action as authorized by corporate policy on accidents, incidents, trespassing, suspicious activity, safety, and fire incidents. Respond immediately to distress calls, panic alarms, and emergency calls for disorderly conduct, disruptive persons, and incidents swiftly and appropriately.
• Participates in and is trained to present all safety training. No documented safety violations in the past 12 months. Understands SDS sheets; wears PPE where appropriate. Secures metals at all times.
• Receive and log all incoming packages on the incoming package log spreadsheet and ensure that packages are picked up by the department in which they belong.
• Understands established policies and procedures by consistently adhering to them.
• Wears metal free clothing, shows badge, always clocks in/out. Knows and follows the security rules. Badge is available and visible every day. Understands metal flow and metal security procedures and follows established practices.
• Maintains high ethics. Is respectful and honest.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Reliable and punctual; shows up for all scheduled work shifts.
• Requires Excellent verbal and written communication abilities - essential to the position.
• Virginia licensing requirements for security officers preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of security experience preferred.
• Requires Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel - will be required to generate reports.
• Must be dependable and assertive.
• Requires knowledge of security operations and procedures.

All applicants must complete the online application. We cannot accept resumes without the online application. Candidates must pass an extensive background check, credit, criminal and drug screen; in addition, all candidates must be willing to adhere to a metal-free dress code policy and no cell phones.

Hoover & Strong, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are an EEO M/F/D/V.