Job Description

General Summary of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Port and / or Operations Manager(s), the Security Safeguard is responsible for the security and safeguard for crews in the assigned Port Offices. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Must be able to be on call to provide security and safeguard for crews in assigned Port Offices
• Abide by all federal, state, and local laws, including all transport rules, guidelines, and safety regulations.
• Makes required trips to terminals, airports, hotels, United States Immigration Control, and U.S. Customs Office to ensure all necessary documentation is ready for arrivals and departures.
• Not all aspects of the job are covered by the descriptions, other duties may be required at the discretion of the Port Operations Manager or other members of the management team.
• Position may change as industry and technology evolve.

Requirements:

• MUST have a valid State of Florida Class D Security License.
• Previous security and safeguard experience required.
• Previous experience in maritime security or law enforcement highly desired.
• Must have polishable black tactical shoes or boots.
• Able to travel between sites as needed.
• Verifiable excellent customer services abilities.
• Strong communication skills, with groups and in individual interactions to solve problems.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable / clean motor vehicle record (MVR ).
• Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) required and / or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Port Card is highly preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including days, nights, weekends, and some holidays with travel to and from the marine vessel while in Port.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This includes being able to sit comfortably for extended periods of time both during a trip and on standby awaiting passengers. Additionally, there will be some bending/stooping, lifting, walking, standing, and carrying of transport items such as luggage, clothing, boxes, and personal effects of the passengers up to 50 pounds. Works outside in conditions of both hot and cold temperatures as well as inside in an office environment. Exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially hazardous equipment.

On-hire times can vary greatly and are dependent on several external factors including the arrival and departure of vessels, airplanes, and ferries, therefore the manager will need to be able to maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate passenger needs and demand. This can include early morning and late evening requirements.

Long hours, ability to travel, weekend duties and 24-hour on-call status are essential job requirements. Must comply with all work rules, including those that pertain to safety and health.

Job involves frequent and extensive walking, lifting, climbing, stooping, bending, and jumping.

• Frequent walking and standing
• Occasional climbing (gangway) up to heights of six feet or more
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions
• Frequent and proper lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Incumbent will be required to make numerous trips to various locations, handle any issues relevant to the efficient arrival and departure of passengers.

Ability to work flexible, full-time schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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