Security Guard

Job Description

The Chaldean Community Foundation (CCF) improves the stability, health, and wellness of those we serve through advocacy, acculturation, community development and cultural preservation.

The Chaldean Community Foundation is seeking a security guard to join its team, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The security guard will attend to and maintain all aspects of safety and security at the CCF, including managing and monitoring guest building attendance as well as the CCF grounds. Fluency in Arabic and/or Chaldean preferred.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security of the CCF staff, clients, guests, and building during normal office hours.
• Walk the perimeter of the CCF building daily, inside, and outside.
• Monitor CCF guests and client traffic during events.
• Ability to manage conflict and de-escalate agitated situations.
• Inform management of critical situations that need to be logged.
• Assist with gym setup and tear down during events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

• A neat and professional appearance is required.
• Provide a high level of customer service to clients and guests.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Effective public communication and interaction skills.
• Must be able to work overtime (nights and weekends) as needed.
• A valid CPL is preferred.
• Law enforcement experience preferred.
• A valid Michigan driver’s license is required.
• Fluency in Arabic and/or Chaldean preferred.

Education and Experience

• 3 to 5 years of experience working in organizational security is required.
• Associate degree in criminal justice, security administration, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of security systems including building alarms and cameras is required.
• CPR and AED training preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally work in outside weather conditions which may include exposure to seasonal weather such as extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk.
• Physical ability to remain standing and walking for hours at a time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.