Security Officer

Job Details: Job Location: Burns Harbor, IN

• Burns Harbor, IN, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00Hourly, Job Shift: Swing, Unarmed Security Officer – Dock / Port Security – TWIC Required Location: Cleveland-Cliffs – Burns Harbor, Indiana Job Type: Seasonal, Part-Time / On-Call Schedule: Primarily Evening and Night Shifts; Possible Day Shifts Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour Required Credential: Current, valid TWIC card required to apply Job Description Blue Line Security Solutions is seeking reliable, professional, and attentive Unarmed Security Officers to provide dock and port security services in Burns Harbor, Indiana. Officers will help maintain a safe and secure environment by controlling access to restricted areas, monitoring dock activity, escorting authorized crew members and vendors, and reporting security concerns. Applicants must possess a current, valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card. A valid TWIC card must be maintained throughout the assignment. This is a seasonal, part-time/on-call position supporting vessel arrivals and dock operations. Ship and boat deliveries pause during the winter when lake freezing and ice conditions interrupt shipping operations, resulting in a seasonal pause in this assignment. Work availability depends on vessel schedules, shipping activity, weather conditions, and facility needs. Consistent weekly hours and year-round work are not guaranteed. Shifts are primarily evenings and nights, with possible day shifts based on operational needs. Applicants must be comfortable with a variable schedule and accepting assignments as coverage becomes available. Officers must follow established post orders, facility security procedures, and applicable U.S. Coast Guard requirements. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to remain alert while working independently in an industrial waterfront environment. This is an unarmed security position focused on access control, authorized escorts, observation, documentation, and incident reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Dock Access Control and TWIC Escorts Maintain a professional and visible security presence at assigned docks, restricted areas, and designated access points. Verify identification, TWIC credentials, and access authorization as required by facility procedures. Allow only properly authorized personnel into restricted dock and port areas.

Verify arriving and departing crew members, vendors, and other visitors against approved crew or access lists. Provide authorized escorts for crew members and vendors in accordance with facility procedures and TWIC escort requirements. Report unauthorized persons, access attempts, and discrepancies in identification or access records.

Confirm unclear access requests with dispatch or designated facility security personnel before permitting entry. Vessel Arrivals and Crew List Monitoring Support security coverage for scheduled and approved vessel arrivals. Verify that required crew lists have been provided to designated fire and security personnel at least two hours before arrival, in accordance with site procedures, and report missing or incomplete information.

Monitor personnel entering and exiting vessels using approved crew lists. Process crew changes, crew escorts, and vendor visits through the required access-control procedures. Ensure current crew lists are distributed to designated access gates as directed. Document arrivals, departures, escorts, and access discrepancies accurately.

Coordinate with dispatch and facility representatives regarding vessel schedules and access needs. Perimeter and Waterfront Security Maintain a visual watch over assigned dock areas, restricted boundaries, and surrounding waterfront activity. Watch for workers, vendors, visitors, or other individuals entering dock areas without authorization or a legitimate business purpose.

Observe and promptly report unauthorized vessels entering restricted port waters, including recreational fishing boats and speedboats. Immediately radio dispatch regarding unauthorized vessel activity and follow established emergency notification procedures. Record available identifying information, such as vessel name, registration number, description, location, and direction of travel, when safely observable.

Follow dispatch and facility instructions regarding unauthorized vessel incidents. Report suspicious activity, potential theft, property damage, safety hazards, and security breaches. Security Documentation and Maritime Procedures Complete accurate daily activity logs, access records, escort logs, shift reports, and incident reports.

Assist with obtaining required signatures from designated Cleveland-Cliffs and vessel representatives on Declarations of Security when directed by facility procedures. Maintain assigned security drill records and drill books for facility review and Coast Guard inspection. Stay informed of the current Maritime Security (MARSEC) level and carry out directed changes to security measures.

Know the designated Facility Security Officer (FSO), Alternate Facility Security Officer (AFSO), and appropriate escalation contacts. Maintain confidentiality regarding crew information, vessel schedules, facility operations, and security procedures. Communication and Emergency Response Maintain clear, professional radio communication with dispatch, supervisors, facility security, and other authorized personnel.

Contact dispatch for post checks, access questions, security breaches, and assistance. Immediately report significant security concerns, unauthorized access, and waterfront incidents. Respond calmly to alarms, medical emergencies, accidents, and other urgent situations within the scope of training. Follow established emergency response procedures and contact emergency responders when necessary.

Complete shift handoffs and communicate unresolved concerns, expected vessel activity, and equipment issues to incoming officers.

Qualifications

Qualifications

and Requirements Must currently possess a valid TWIC card. Must maintain a valid TWIC card throughout the assignment. Must be available for seasonal, part-time/on-call work, primarily during evening and night shifts. Must understand that shipping interruptions during the winter result in a seasonal pause in work.

Ability to follow written post orders, facility procedures, and security instructions. Strong observation, communication, and report-writing skills. Ability to remain alert, exercise sound judgment, and work independently. Ability to perform assigned standing, walking, and outdoor duties in an industrial waterfront environment, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

Ability to complete required company onboarding and site-specific training. Previous security, access-control, industrial, dock, or maritime experience preferred.