Security Officer Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Security Officer includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence
Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people in the property
Remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area
Secure all exits, doors and windows after end of operations
Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts
Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions
Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation
Provide assistance to people in need
Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities
Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrences

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Security Officer duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Security Officer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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