Security Officer

Tavistock Development, voted one of Central Florida’s Best Places to Work in 2016, is currently seeking a Security Officer. 

Tavistock Development is a diversified real estate firm specializing in planning, design, finance, construction and development.  Named the NAIOP 2016 Developer of the Year, we are best known for our development of the successful Lake Nona area.  Tavistock hires people who:

• Act with integrity
• Are proactive and value results
• Are innovative
• Uphold our reputation and brand
• Play, as a team
• Embrace a dynamic environment
• Care for  each other

If you identify with these characteristics, want to work with a growing company and are interested in a Security Officer position, please apply by submitting resume and cover letter below.  We offer great benefits, competitive salaries, an inspiring work environment and the latest employment practices.

General Summary:  To anticipate, recognize and reduce a security or crime risk and to take or initiate action to remove or reduce the risk or breach of security.  Also, a Lake Nona Security Officer shall assist members, residents, guests and staff when necessary. An Officer is responsible for performing their duties in a professional and lawful manner in compliance with these directives.  Officers are required to follow the lawful request of any superior officer.

Essential Job Functions:

• Inquire verbally and visually of any person requesting access to Lake Nona Golf and Country Club to validate their authorized entry
• Report and investigate any incident that affects the safety and security of persons or property within Lake Nona.  If necessary, write any reports or statements that may be required
• Inspect the safety, cleanliness and preparedness of the assignment (gatehouse, patrol vehicle) prior to accepting the post from the officer you are relieving
• Review all incident reports, printed materials and emails or faxes, etc. to insure you are aware of activities that are occurring
• Respond to all electronic mail or communication to insure you have current information and to best serve the members, residents, guests, and visitors
• Provide traffic/parking enforcement and control of vehicles driving within all Lake Nona property
• Record any activities that occur during your shift
• Maintain an accurate and complete log of all gate access and any items placed with your care, such as, mail, packages, keys, etc.
• Conduct and document visual and physical surveys of unoccupied homes and construction sites
• Conduct and document physical inspections of Lake Nona buildings and property
• Respond to calls for service and emergencies as requested
• Provide escort service to members, residents, guests, staff and 911 responders (Police, Fire, EMS) as needed
• Perform motorized, foot, and bike patrol of common areas, parking garages, and lots
• Enforce the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the Lake Nona property
• Perform all other duties as assigned 

Essential Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1 year of security experience required, but will substitute for Military or law enforcement experience
• Florida Security license preferred
• Basic smartphone and Outlook knowledge preferred
• Ability to work flexible hours

Essential Physical Requirements:

• This position includes climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling and repetitive motions
• Must have the agility, dexterity, and strength to pursue, apprehend, and detain uncooperative suspects
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to navigate through rough and uneven terrain
• Must have ability to work in hot and muggy, and inclement weather conditions on continuous basis
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License
• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Must be physically able to do assigned work as outlined above