COVID-19 Statement:  Security is an essential industry and DK Security has been, and will continue to be, hiring new employees for our constantly growing business.  For safety we have made changes to our interview and hiring process - transitioning to virtual interviews and online training to limit the number of persons, and amount of time employees spend, at our offices.  We are in constant communication with our clients to review and update procedures and practices that meet or exceed government recommendations.

PERKS:

• Pay Rate: $15.00 / hour (pay rate set by current contract; subject to future increases)
• Benefits (eligibility requirements apply): medical, dental, vision, life insurance, group accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, and paid medical leave. 

CURRENT OPENINGS:

• 2nd shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Every other weekend availability preferred 
  • Weekend shifts:
    • 1st shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • 2nd shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Part Time 
  • 2-3 days/week

LOCATION:  Grand Rapids, MI

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: As an unarmed Security Officer at DK Security, your duties may vary depending on the site you are working.  These openings are at a research facility located in downtown Grand Rapids, MI.  The officer is primarily inside posted at a front desk.  Some responsibilities may include:

• Access Control - Ensure only staff come into the facility, all visitors need to be escorted by staff. 
• Foot Patrol - Walk the interior of the facility, keeping an eye out for security, safety, and maintenance issues.

SUCCESS as a Security Officer at DK Security will look like:

• Reliability - Report for your shift on time, presentable, and in the prescribed uniform.
• Friendly Personality- Being able to balance our expectations of outstanding customer service while maintaining client policies and enforcing rules.
• Following Company and Client Policies - Be able to read and interpret written post guidelines, follow procedures as outlined and ensure all tasks are completed throughout the shift.
• Use of De-escalation Techniques - Being able to defuse situations through verbal judo and other communication tactics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must have either a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• May NOT have any felony convictions and must be able to pass a criminal background check in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Must be able to successfully pass a drug test at the time of hire and randomly thereafter.
• Must present a friendly, positive, and professional image.
• Must be willing to become CPR/1^st Aide/AED Certified
• Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to sit, stand or walk for the duration of the shift, including walking long distances, and possibly up and down stairs
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be readily able to respond to emergency situations
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

WHAT TO EXPECT (Next steps may vary depending on the position you are applying for)

1. Phone Interview - Review of our basic qualifications as well as your work history and future goals.  
2. Virtual Interview - Interview with a Recruiter or Manager via video software.
3. On-site Interview/Shadow - Get the opportunity to see the site location and understand what the role entails.  Meet the supervisor and talk with officers working the site.
4. Job Offer - Talk to our Recruiter about the specifics of the job offer, as well as next steps in the On-Boarding process.
5. Background Check & Online On-Boarding Activities
6. In-Office Orientation 
1. Basic Officer Training - Video and Hands-on training regarding skills and techniques important for all Security Officers.
2. Meet with our HR Team - Complete your onboarding process, in-house drug testing, issuing of uniforms, and photo ID badge, meet with your Operations Manager.
7. On the Job Training (OJT) - Depending on the site location, you will complete anywhere from 2-40+ hours of On-The-Job training, learning the client-specific policies and procedures of the location you're assigned to.

By submitting your application, you agree to be contacted via phone, email, and/or text message regarding your candidacy, scheduling, and other instructions on how to move forward in our hiring process.

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