Lighthorse Security Officer

Summary

The Lighthorse Security Officer provides security and surveillance services for all Tribal properties to include buildings, parking lots, grounds, and units according to established security policies and procedures. This position will be required to work shifts as assigned to include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Duties and Responsibilities

Patrols buildings, park lots, and grounds to assure for a safe and secure environment to prevent damage to or loss of Tribal, employee, or guest property; reports suspicious activity to Lighthorse.

Monitors surveillance cameras, inspects property, and monitors crowds.

Contact Lighthorse in case of an emergency.

After business hours, check doors, windows, and gates to ensure properties are secure.

Writes and files reports accurately and in a timely manner.

Investigates reports of suspicious activity on the property.

Reasonably detains persons suspected of criminal activity until Lighthorse Officer arrives.

Escorts discharged staff, trespassers, and other unwelcome parties off premises.

Attends public meetings to maintain order.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Lighthorse Director.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED required.

One to two years’ relevant work experience required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Must pass a background check prior to employment and every 5th year thereafter. Applicants must not have any misdemeanor or felony offenses related to abuse, Domestic Violence, neglect, or endangerment or any offenses related to dishonesty or theft.

Must comply with all Health policies established by the Tribe.

Is proficient in using computers and computer systems to enter data, navigate a variety of screens, and manage workload.

Always maintain a high level of ethical standards.

Must maintain absolute confidentiality of sensitive information.

Must be personable and polite with the ability to use discretion, initiative, and good judgment in dealing with tribal members and the public in the performance of duties.

Must have the ability to work with people from diverse cultures, ethnic backgrounds, possess a basic knowledge of Native American communities, and always maintain cultural sensitivity.

May or may not have control over Indian children.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

Must possess and maintain a valid unrestricted Oklahoma State Driver's License verified by a motor vehicle report.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent attendance record in previous positions.

Excellent employment references from previous positions.

Proven ability in prior positions to exercise good

UKB and Tribal Preference applies.

An applicant may be asked to participate in an interview to establish whether he/she meets the minimum qualifications. Interviews do not create a right to employment and provide no promise or guarantee of employment with the Tribe. The United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy. Applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug test and at-random testing following employment. Positions with the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma are subject to a 60-day introductory period. To apply, submit an application, resume, and signed position description no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to: Human Resources Department, 18300 W Keetoowah Circle Tahlequah, OK 74464 or to [email protected] or via fax at (918)414-4005. For more information, visit our website at www.ukb-nsn.gov Sign below stating you have read the above job description and fully understand the qualifications, duties and responsibilities required of this position. Sign and Return job description with application packet. Application packets are not maintained after the position is filled. A new application is required for each position applied for.