Security Officer (Part-Time)

Description

BERKELEY HALL CLUB, INC.

JOB TITLE: Security Officer (Part-Time)

DEPARTMENT: Security

REPORTS TO: Director of Security

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt

SUPERVISES EMPLOYEES: No

Club Description:

Berkeley Hall Club, a distinctive private golf community edged on the banks of the pristine Okatie River in Bluffton, South Carolina – the heart of the coastal Lowcountry – a world with a casually inviting and active lifestyle that sets the standard for all private communities. Just minutes from Hilton Head Island, our 980-acre property is unique among top private golf communities. With two world-class Tom Fazio courses and a stunning Jeffersonian-style clubhouse that form the “Core of the Community,” our two walkable classic courses feel more like a golf retreat, with beautiful lagoons and majestic live oaks.

Honors

Platinum Clubs of America

Platinum Clubs of the World

Distinguished Club Award

Best Residential Courses-North & South Course - Golfweek

Top 100 Golf Communities - Travel + Leisure

Top 100 Premiere Properties – Links Magazine

PURPOSE: As the Gatehouse Officer for Berkeley Hall Club, your primary role is to maintain a secure and welcoming environment. You will monitor access to the club and ensure that all programs and services align with the club's goals and objectives. Your vigilance and commitment to safety will be essential in promoting a positive experience for all members and guests.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

GATEHOUSE DUTIES:

1. Enforcement: Enforce procedural rules and regulations to ensure the safety of staff, members, visitors, and property.
2. Security Maintenance: Maintain security and safety in assigned areas.
3. Knowledge of Facility: Keep an updated understanding of the locations of various departments, buildings, access routes, and admission requirements.
4. Monitoring Equipment: Operate and monitor security control panels, alarms, and related equipment to ensure comprehensive surveillance.
5. Guest Interaction: Greet each guest entering the property, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
6. ID Checks: Verify decals and identification of individuals entering the property, denying access to those without proper credentials, and explaining relevant rules and regulations.
7. Incident Response: Respond to routine incidents via radio, securing and protecting the scene of civil, criminal, or unusual events.
8. Emergency Protocols: Contact police or fire departments in emergency situations, such as fires or unauthorized presence.
9. Communication: Answer telephone calls, take messages, and provide information during both business and non-business hours.
10. Reporting: Write detailed reports of daily activities and any irregularities, including property damage, theft, unauthorized individuals, or unusual occurrences.
11. Emergency Evacuation: Assist in the evacuation of buildings or areas during emergencies.
12. Special Assignments: Support events such as member gatherings or parties, maintaining crowd control, providing directions, and directing traffic as needed.
13. Information Resource: Act as a resource for visitors and members of the Berkeley Hall community, offering assistance and information.
14. Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Capable of working extended hours, to include weekends and holidays as necessary.
2. Able to see well enough to read faint or partially obscured writing or printing, with corrective lenses if needed.
3. Must be able to speak English in a clear and understandable voice so that various types of communications may be conducted with people of various levels of education and capabilities.
4. Position involves sitting, standing, stopping, kneeling, bending, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying and moving objects that can weigh up to 75 lbs. This can occur throughout the day.
5. Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills.
6. Must be able to transport oneself throughout the property. Must have a valid state driver’s license.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be able to work on more than one assignment at a time with frequent interruptions, changes and delays. Must be able to remain focused and work effectively, efficiently and cheerfully under such circumstances. For safety reasons, must remain alert to working conditions and aware of safety, health and environmental concerns.
2. Must be able to work effectively in an environment which may be stressful due to adversarial situations resulting from the proper performance of duties.
3. This position will alternate between working indoors in a controlled climate and with proper lighting to an outdoors setting with variable climate and lighting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school graduate or equivalent required.
2. Must be able to obtain SLED license.
3. Must be able to follow detailed procedures, exercise good judgment and initiative, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Must be able to work independent of supervision.
5. Must be flexible to work all posts and shifts including working evenings and weekends.
6. Proven discretion, confidentiality, and reliability.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change; e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments, etc.

The club offers an excellent employee benefits package for both full-time & part-time positions:

JOB TYPE: Part-Time

PAY: Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

BENEFITS:

• Retention Bonus for every year worked starting at $250
• 401K match plan
• Free lunch meal while working
• Golf privileges (on select days) and Pro Shop discounts

Other Perks:

• Referral Bonus
• Experience Expert Recognition Program
• Service Awards
• Employee Celebrations

Join Our Esteemed Team at Berkeley Hall Club!

At Berkeley Hall Club, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service in a refined atmosphere. If you have a passion for golf and an appreciation for the finer things in life, we invite you to apply to become a part of our distinguished team.

Why Join Us?

• Exclusive Environment: Work in a premier setting that values tradition and excellence.
• Passion for Golf: Immerse yourself in a community that shares your enthusiasm for the game.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the club.

If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to Berkeley Hall Club, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us continue to create memorable experiences for our members and guests.