Ferry Terminal Security Officer

Job Summary: Port Aransas Ferry

Provide security services at the Port Aransas Ferry Terminal while maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. This is a public-facing role ideal for dependable, alert professionals who enjoy working with people and responding to a variety of situations. Officers will work closely with customers, employees, contractors, and local emergency services.

Responsibilities

• Control entrances and pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
• Patrol buildings, grounds, parking areas, and property perimeters.
• Maintain a fixed post or conduct patrols as assigned.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, access-control systems, and other security equipment.
• Identify, respond to, and report suspicious activity, accidents, criminal activity, and safety concerns.
• Respond to alarms, emergencies, and incidents according to established procedures.
• Escort authorized personnel, contractors, materials, and equipment as required.
• Inspect for security, fire, and life-safety hazards.
• Maintain awareness of activity in the assigned area.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service.
• Complete Daily Activity Reports, logbook entries, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of current post orders, emergency procedures, and site requirements.
• Operate security and life-safety equipment as assigned.
• Report security issues and recommended safety improvements to the Security Supervisor.
• Perform special assignments and other duties as directed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Alert and attentive with strong situational awareness.
• Able to follow directions, procedures, and post orders.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to handle multiple priorities and respond with a sense of urgency.
• Honest, disciplined, and safety-focused.
• Comfortable working with customers, employees, contractors, law enforcement, and emergency personnel.
• Ability to work outdoors and stand/walk for extended periods.

This description portrays in general terms the type and level(s) of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor the specific duties of any one incumbent. Andy Frain Services reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in the position description, in the Company's sole and absolute discretion. Duties other than those expressly specified may be assigned from time to time.