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Hello ,

Hope you are doing great today!

My name is Alex Miles and I'm writing from Arete Technologies Inc. Arete Technologies Inc. is National MBE Enterprise based out at Cary, NC. I reviewed your resume from career builder. We are currently looking to hire Unarmed Security Guard one of our direct client located at Columbia, MD 21046. You might be a good fit for this job from what I have seen in your profile, you have an impressive background. We're always looking for more great people like you, so we'd like to get to know more about your skills. If you find this job interesting you can mail me at alexm@aretetechnologiesinc.com OR call at +1 (919) 447 1299 Ext: - 436

Title:Unarmed Security Guard (2161)

Location: 9200 Berger, Columbia, MD 21046

Duration: 1+years(temp to hire)

Pay Rate: $17.42 per hour

Work shift:Standard

Position Description

• This is a part-time, unarmed building security guard position, assigned to one of several security posts located within Howard County Government buildings. Building security guards perform a variety of general tasks which are common to all building locations or security posts.
• Each security post has a set of specific tasks based on building type and use. Both general and specific tasks for each security post are defined in operational procedures or general orders. Individual and group security training is provided relative to assignment for both general and specific duties.

Essential duties and responsibilities consist of the following which are common to all security posts, training is provided for building specific duties prior to security post assignment:

• Arrive on time for the start of each shift fully attired in the County supplied building security guard uniform
• Greet visitors; check visitor credentials/identification; issue visitor pass/badge; log visitor entry/exit from the building
• Provide information and directions to visitors, delivery persons, responding emergency personnel
• Attempt to deescalate situations involving disruptive visitors; monitor building interior and exterior security cameras and report suspicious activities according to established procedures
• Monitor intrusion and fire alarms; provide first report to 911 of various alarms to include: fire, intrusion, panic or disruptive visitors who will not comply with instructions
• Participate in fire evacuation, active shooter, shelter -in-place and other building wide drills
• Conduct daily shift change briefing with relieving building security guard; complete daily report of events; complete daily activity and incident reports
• Conduct daily building rounds to the ensure safety within the building as well as the security of doors and windows is maintained; activate/deactivate building alarms

Skills Required

• Experienced in use of electronic security systems: access card system, intrusion alarms, panic alarms, CCTV system Basic personal computer system use Two-Way radio operation Experience assisting with building safety drills such as, fire evacuation, shelter-in-place, Possession of a Maryland State Police issued Security Guard Certification
• Ability to greet and interact positively and courteously with the general public and employees of the County Must be able to read, understand, and apply written rules and directions
• Must be in good general health and able to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time and able to lift or carry objects up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs, up to five stories Must maintain a current First Aid Card Must be able to maintain poise and self- control under stressful conditions
• Must be CPR certified by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or other recognized certifying body Must be willing and able to participate in building fire evacuation drills Must have basic computer skills and telephone etiquette

Experience Required

• Minimum of six months experience working as a building security guard or other similar equivalent experience Experienced in use of electronic security systems: access card system, intrusion alarms, panic alarms, CCTV system Basic personal computer system use Two-Way radio operation Experience assisting with building safety drills such as, fire evacuation, shelter-in-place,

Education Required

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Additional Information

• Security guards must not have criminal records or be on probation Security guards must not have been charged or convicted of any form of violence CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS CPR, AED and First Aid trained and certified. Training will be provided by Howard County following employment and must be maintained during tenure of employment.

Best Regards,

Alex Miles

Recruitment Consultant