Security Guard with Reception Duties

MBO Security I €3,743 I one-year contract with the possibility of a permanent position I 16–24 hours

You start your day at the entrance to City Hall. As visitors arrive, you greet them warmly and help them find their way. At the same time, you keep a close eye on what’s happening around you. If a conversation unexpectedly gets heated, you effortlessly switch from host to professional, maintaining your composure and de-escalating the situation. That’s where your strength lies.

What will you do?

In this role, you’ll combine security duties with reception work, with an emphasis on providing a warm and welcoming service, while always being ready to step in when needed. You will address visitors professionally, register them carefully, and ensure they are directed to the correct department. You Health also Health issuing municipal documents, such as driver’s licenses, passports, andMaps, and will handle these accurately in accordance with applicable procedures. In this way, Health that everything at the front desk runs smoothly and efficiently.

At the same time, you remain constantly alert to what is happening inside and around the building. You identify unusual situations, quickly assess risks, and take action when safety or order requires it. As soon as tensions rise or a situation threatens to escalate, you take charge and use your experience as a security guard to restore calm and control. Where necessary, you intervene in high-risk conversations to ensure the safety of colleagues and visitors.
In addition, you are involved in surveillance and security in a broader sense. You provide support during incidents and emergencies, assist with evacuations, and work closely with colleagues, such as the intervention team. You actively contribute to improving security measures and help develop procedures and security systems.

You’ll also be on hand at events held in and around City Hall to ensure everything runs safely and smoothly. Every day, Health sure visitors feel welcome and that your colleagues can count on a safe work environment. It’s a role where you’ll constantly balance hospitality and safety, and where your professionalism makes all the difference when it counts.

This is what we offer you

Attractive employment conditions; a competitive salary based on Scale 6 of the Municipal Collective Bargaining Agreement (
) (up to €3,743 gross per month for full-time employment), an Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 17.05%, travel allowance, a pension plan through ABP, and discounts on various insurance policies.
A varied job; one day you’ll be working at the front desk, and the next you’ll be helping to organize an event at City Hall.
Plenty of opportunities to develop through training, courses and workshops.
Room for your ideas; if you think things can be done differently we are open to that.
Attention to your vitality; participation in our vitality program, annual multiple activities with the entire organization and team, and a fun work café!

Who are you?

We’re all different, and that’s wonderful. It means we can achieve so much more together than we could on our own. For this new position, we’re looking for someone with a few key qualities. Do you see yourself in this description?

You enjoy working with others and believe in being better together.
You like to try things out and do things a little differently.
You have an open mind and are open to other ways of thinking and doing things.
You remain calm and professional, even in stressful or unexpected situations.
You have strong communication skills and know how to put people at ease.
You are alert and quick to notice when something is amiss or threatens to escalate.
You are not afraid to take action and step up when the situation calls for it.
You are customer-friendly but also set clear boundaries when necessary.
You have completed a Level 3 vocational program in Security and have work experience as a security guard.
You have experience with de-escalation techniques and know how to apply them effectively.

This is us

We are proud of our municipality, which is home to more than 30,000 residents, 16 villages, and plenty of green space. Every day, we are dedicated to supporting our residents and businesses. We open doors to new ways of doing things and look beyond the horizons of our landscapes. Our motto? It *is* possible.

Working for Opsterland means working with over 300 enthusiastic and friendly colleagues. We have a great work atmosphere, plenty of humor, a genuine interest in one another, and a high five for every smart solution. We welcome everyone. And with us, you can be yourself. You’ll have the freedom to organize your work in a way that suits you. We value your growth and are happy to support it. And we encourage you to take on new challenges. Opsterland gives you the opportunity—will you seize it?

Have questions?

Let me know! My name is Dian Hagenus, and my phone number is 06 – 30 58 97 68. You can also send me a WhatsApp message. We can even meet up and have a cup of coffee together!

Getting excited?

Show us who you are and apply! Who knows—this could be the start of a wonderful adventure. Reach out to us in whatever way feels right for you. You can send a cover letter and resume, submit a video application, or get in touch in any other way. We’d love to be surprised! We’re accepting applications through June 7, 2026.