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Delaware North · 2 months ago

Security Officer, Kennedy Space Center

Merritt Island, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$16.24/hr - $16.24/hr

Delaware North is hiring part-time Security Officers to join their team at Kennedy Space Center. The Security Officer will maintain a safe and secure environment for guests and team members, ensuring only authorized individuals access controlled areas and responding to incidents as needed.

Hospitality

Responsibilities

Control the various entry/exit locations throughout the DNPS controlled areas

Operate a walk-through metal detector, handheld metal detector and conduct hand searches of carry bags

Only allow authorized guests / crew-members through the control points and direct them to appropriate locations

Control pedestrian and vehicle traffic /check decals as needed

Report all violations to the Security Supervisor or Security Management immediately

Operate company vehicle at the Visitor Complex property or operations

Foot patrol of all areas of the Visitor Complex property or operations

Respond to any incidents as needed, complete an investigation, collect witness statements, and follow up with a written report

Qualification

Florida Security D licenseOne NASA PIV BadgeTwo-way radio usageValid Florida Driver’s LicenseCustomer service skillsWork weekendsWork holidaysActive listening skills

Required

A current Florida Security D license required

Qualify for and receive a One NASA PIV Badge within 90 days of employment

Pass a background and security investigation, including a criminal records check

Possess a valid State of Florida Motor Vehicle Driver's License (Class E or higher)

Maintain a driving record acceptable by company motor vehicle insurance carrier standards

Demonstrates skill in dealing with guest complaints, using active listening skills to control difficult situations and maintain customer goodwill

Ability to work in fast-paced environment and available to work weekends, holidays, and special events

Have a general knowledge of two-way radio usage and associated codes

Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms generated by screening equipment in an active checkpoint environment

Be able efficiently and thoroughly to manipulate and handle baggage, containers, and other objects subject to security processing

Have sufficient dexterity and capability to thoroughly conduct hand-held metal detector and pat down search procedures over an individual's entire body

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Must be able to drag 150 lbs. at least 50 feet

Must be able to walk to/from post and respond to call for service on foot in various outdoor climates

Must be able to pass a pre-employment and/or periodic physical examination confirming the ability to complete the essential functions of the job with/without reasonable accommodation

Requires the ability to see, hear, walk, run, sit, squat, bend, reach and grasp objects throughout the shift in all weather conditions