Senior Service Guard - General
City of Detroit
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Service Guard General
City of Detroit
Dept of Transportation
Location
Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Salary
$31,980 - $38,207
per year
Type
Full-Time
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April 29, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves patrolling and protecting city buildings, grounds, and equipment in Detroit to prevent theft, vandalism, and other issues, while maintaining order and responding to emergencies.
A good fit would be someone reliable and observant who stays calm under pressure, has basic security experience, and is comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Key Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Six months of experience as a security guard
- Valid State of Michigan Driver's License
- Strong powers of observation and ability to detect unauthorized activities
- Skills in monitoring and controlling crowds, resolving disturbances, and acting independently in tense situations
- Physical ability to stand for long periods, walk significant distances, and move with agility in stressful conditions
- Willingness to undergo a Criminal Background Investigation
Full Job Description
The City of Detroit's Department of Transportation (DDOT), Risk Management division, is currently accepting applications for Service Guard(s).Under general supervision, patrols and guards municipal property against trespass, vandalism, sabotage, fire, and theft, averts disorderly conduct on municipal property and provides other safety services.
Requirements
1. Guards and patrols building and grounds.2. Guards equipment and property.
3. Observes, detects and intervenes to deter and disrupt illegal, unauthorized or dishonest activities and practices.
4. Maintains order in crowds and disperses unauthorized gatherings.
5. Intervenes to resolve disturbances involving tenants or visitors.
6. Coordinates activities during emergencies or accidents.
7. Apprehends and detains disorderly persons or wrongdoers and summons proper authorities as circumstances dictate.
8. Discourges littering; encourages proper use and treatment of facilities; and reports safety hazards and unsanitary conditions.
9. Places barriers, lanterns, flares or flags to alert persons to hazards.
10. Prepares written reports of activities and conditions observed.
Qualifications
High School graduation or G.E.D.Six months experience as a security guard.
Additional Information
Evaluation Plan
- Interview: 70%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
- Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point
Licensing and Certifications
Valid State of Michigan Driver License.Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Powers of observation2. Monitor and control crowds.
3. Act independently and with discretion in diffusing tense and hostile situations.
4. Display fact in dealing with the public.
5. Move with agility
6. Perform duties in stressful situations.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Work involves exposure to outside elements and seasonal weather conditions, standing for long periods, walking significant distances, occasional apprehension and detention of implicated persons.LRD: 09/09/2024
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