Diet Attendant
こっかいえいし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Security Guards
- Minor : Other Security Guards
Summary
Diet attendants are responsible for ensuring the safety of the National Diet Building and surrounding facilities, performing specialized security duties such as entry/exit management, VIP protection, patrol security, and emergency response.
Description
Diet attendants are security specialists who ensure safety in Japan's National Diet Building and its surrounding facilities to prevent disruptions to parliamentary proceedings. They handle standing guard duties, patrol security, entry management using metal detectors and baggage inspections, and protection of Diet members and domestic/international visitors. In the event of emergencies, they perform initial responses and coordinate with police and other agencies to swiftly resolve situations. Team-based security with multiple personnel is standard, requiring accuracy in following prescribed procedures and sound judgment.
Future Outlook
While ensuring the safety of Diet facilities remains steadily important, there may be intensified competition for recruitment due to labor shortages and aging. Operational efficiency improvements through the introduction of AI and surveillance systems are also expected.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Good team player / Sharp observational skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
24-hour shifts / Indoor and outdoor work / Public institution employment / Shift work
Career Path
Security Guard (General Facilities) → Diet Attendant (Junior) → Diet Attendant (Senior) → Attendant Supervisor → Security Management Position
Required Skills
Emergency Response / Entry/Exit Management / Metal Detector and Baggage Inspection / Patrol Security / Report Writing
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Crisis Management Response / First Aid / Ordinary Cargo Vehicle Driver's License
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Necessary to quickly change actions in response to Diet operations and proceedings. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss suspicious objects or anomalies. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to frequent long hours of standing work and patrols. |
| Problem Solving | To respond quickly to sudden incidents and determine solutions. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary to withstand high mental pressure during VIP protection and emergency responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because security is conducted in coordination with multiple personnel. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is centered on following prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Not required for complex numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
- Security Guard Instructor/Educator
- Security Operations Certification
Aliases
- Diet Security Guard
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