Security Officer , II or III
Job in
Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma, 74465, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
Cherokee Nation
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Security
Security Guard, Site Security, Private Security, Unarmed Security
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Summary
Patrols an assigned area and enforces rules and regulations to safeguard life and property from accidental or malicious damage.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Observes grounds and buildings to detect suspicious activities or circumstances.
- Prepares reports and maintains security logs.
- Reports suspicious person(s) if unable to safely inquire into the nature of their business at the location.
- Apprises the person of the rules and regulations governing their presence on the center property and warns the violator of the penalties of infractions.
- Calls law enforcement officials to report the presence of unauthorized persons.
- Identifies persons suspected of minor violations and report them to law enforcement officials.
- Reports hazards, broken windows, and other conditions affecting the security of the building to other appropriate officials.
- Conducts monitoring of all smoke and fire alarm systems to ensure they are operable, free, and clear of obstructions.
- Coordinates work schedules and post coverage when needed.
- Provides relief for security officers when needed.
- Composes and proofreads routine incident reports.
- Detains unruly, belligerent, violent, intoxicated, and emotionally disturbed persons through the use of de‑escalation or by the use of force if necessary for the treatment of incarceration.
- Monitors and communicates with local police, sheriff, fire departments, ambulance, and emergency management civil defense when emergencies occur to ensure preparedness by the Cherokee Nation properties for any disaster situation that may develop.
- Maintains a thorough knowledge of laws at federal, state, tribal, and city‑level regarding activities within the facility.
- Responsible for greeting at the facility, giving directions and assistance, being of service, and rendering to any employee, patron, or person who may request or require it.
- Responsible for providing protection for the physical assets of Cherokee Nation properties.
- Responsible for patrolling the physical facilities of the Cherokee Nation properties, which include properties located in Cherokee County, OK, and other areas when assigned as requested.
- Performs work under direct supervision.
- Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher‑level staff.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); no exceptions.
- No additional experience required.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets the requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating.
- Must certified in CPR/First Aid or obtain within 90 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
- Must obtain Oklahoma CLEET phase I and II certification and Unarmed Security License within 180 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); no exceptions.
- At least six months experience in related field.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets the requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating.
- Must certified in CPR/First Aid or obtain within 90 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
- Must possess the CLEET certification phase I and II (unarmed) and maintain throughout employment.
- Must possess a State of Oklahoma Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training Unarmed Security License and maintain throughout employment.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); no exceptions.
- At least six months experience in related field.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets the requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating.
- Must certified in CPR/First Aid or obtain within 90 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
- Must possess the CLEET Certification – Armed Security Officer (Phase I & II unarmed) and (IV armed) or basic peace officer / reserve peace officer and maintain throughout employment.
- Must possess and maintain State of Oklahoma Council on Law…
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