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GardaWorld lists this Security Guard - Dispatch Specialist opportunity in newport news, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a GSOC Dispatch Specialist!
Ready to suit up as a GSOC Dispatch Specialist? This position has high visibility and is directly accountable for the effective and efficient flow of information from the Security Operations Center (SOC) and Control Rooms to the Corporate Security Management. The SOC is a 24/7 operation which provides the Security Operations Team with a comprehensive monitoring approach to provide broad visibility of activity across the enterprise, leverages intelligence from several systems and technology databases that provide advanced correlation, and analysis capabilities to deliver a prioritized list of actionable security incidents to the Security Operations Team. Selectee must be able to work various shifts to include weekends and holidays.
What's in it for you:
Site Location: Newport News, VA
Schedule: Days will vary, 3rd shift (8:00pm-8:00am)
Competitive hourly wage of $21.00 (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
Uniform provided at no cost
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Alarm Monitoring
CCTV Monitoring
Camera Surveys
Answering phones; operate IP based telephone system
Radio Dispatch; use multi-channel communications
Radio and Call logging
Operations support; routing of call information to the appropriate units for handling.
Ensure timely and effective response to incidents, alarms, notifications, calls and other activities related to the Security Operations Center and its role as a central alarm monitoring station.
Receive and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls from employees, outside vendors, law enforcement, and the security field force via telephone, automated alarm monitoring and radio systems.
Process and evaluate information received from all available sources, and respond with the appropriate communication and dispatch procedures.
Coordinate with Security Operations Center staff to provide necessary documentation in support of uniformed guard force activity (e.g. Officer Dispatch, Incident Reporting, etc.)
Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or experience required in order to be hired. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Formal Education, Licenses, and Certifications Required:
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Must have an active DCJS License
Pre offer, must successfully complete a Pre-test Assessment that demonstrates the following:
Ability to multi-task
Advanced decision making
Active listening
Effective communications skills
Call management/etiquette
Sentence clarity/spelling
Quickly Access Situations (5Ws)
Verbal/reading comprehension
Problem solving
Memory recall
Interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Type and Length of Specific Experience Required:
Demonstrated analytic and critical thinking skills and ability to prepare reports
Ability to use logic and reasoning to reach conclusions and approaches to problem solving
Demonstrated level of competency with advance computer systems
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
Ability to communicate effectively with IT and Security Systems professionals
Demonstrated ability to operate radio, telephone equipment and/or console monitors
Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment while possibly working under pressure
Knowledge and Skills Required:
Effective oral and written communication
Planning and organizing
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
Problem solving
Active listening
Assess and evaluate situations effectively
Synthesize facts, concepts, principles
Identify critical issues quickly and accurately
Compile, sort, and interpret data
Research, investigate, compile information
Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
Write informatively, clearly and accurately
Advanced Creativity
Multi-tasking
Setting and achieving goals
Logical/linear thinking
Attention to detail
Choosing from/among alternatives
Other Related Attributes That Would Enhance Hiring Consideration:
These are other criteria that may enhance the hiring decision but would not rule out the candidate for consideration if not present.
Associate degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Communications or related field
Professional training and/or education in one or more of the following:
Customer service
Dispatch operations
Security and/or emergency services
Documented experience and competency in the following Security Software Systems:
Access Control/ID systems (ProWatch a plus)
Alarm Receiving Automation software (Onyx Works a plus)
Incident Management and computer assisted dispatch software.
CCTV/Video Management systems (MaxPro a plus)
Mass Notification systems (Everbridge a plus)
Experience in a modern 911 Call Center, Central Station Alarm Monitoring and Dispatch
Operation, Technical Security Control Room, or similar environment
Ability to learn through classroom and on the job training.
Physical Requirements and Environment:
Environment: Office; minimal to no exposure to extreme temperatures is expected
Major activity: Working on PC and using telephone/radio while sitting
Physical efforts to carry out job duties: Limited, to include some standing, bending, and limited stretching and reaching.
Must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.
If you're ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, concierge, and even casual roles available.
Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening to be conducted after an offer of employment is extended.
It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.
Business License:
Worksite address
newport news, VA, 23601, US
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