Armed Officer- Memphis (61626)

About the role

As an Unarmed Security Officer, you will be part of a highly trained security team that supports critical facilities and infrastructure, public venues requiring an enhanced presence, and personal protective services. You will be trained by our team of highly qualified firearms instructors in safe weapons handling and marksmanship.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of visibility at all times as a deterrent.
• Interact with all clients and visitors in a respectful, courteous, and dignified manner.
• Greet the public, answer simple/basic questions, and notify departments of visitors.
• Have visitors sign in and out on the daily Visitors Log, and issue visitor badges, as required.
• Greet and question unescorted visitors who may be in unauthorized areas (any area outside of where they initially stated when they signed in).
• Secure all doors and access points around the perimeter of the building at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Report any elevator malfunctions or fire panel alarms to building facility manager(s).
• Enforce the City’s “No Smoking” rule which states, “No Smoking Within 25 feet of Entryways.”
• Prevent journalists from proceeding into unauthorized areas. Contact the Chief Communication Officer immediately to report the media’s presence in the building.
• Enforce the rule forbidding weapons and/or contraband from being brought into City buildings.
• Notify the local authorities immediately by calling 9-1-1 if the individual exhibits behavior that could be violent or disruptive.
• Assist City employees with defusing arguments or disturbances with the public, whether it is inside or outside the City office.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a college degree is highly desirable.
• Speak, read, and write English.
• High integrity and possess exemplary security skills and judgment.
• Hold all necessary and required licenses, permits and certifications required by the States and/or Countries of assignment to perform security officer duties.

Qualifications

• Passion: Inter-Con is a thriving company that is passionate about its products and people. Joining the Inter-Con family is an opportunity for growth and career advancement in an environment that truly cares for its employees.
• People: Inter-Con is more than a company, it’s an alumni base. We believe in positioning the right people in the right place to help them achieve their long-term aspirations for career growth. We have transitioned thousands of officers into successful careers in law enforcement, government agencies, foreign affairs and many more.

Skills

• Highly trained security team.
• Safe weapons handling and marksmanship training.
• Respectful, courteous, and dignified interaction with clients and visitors.
• Ability to enforce rules and maintain security.
• Knowledge of local laws and regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Recognition and reward programs.
• Training and career development.
• Medical, dental, holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan.
• Uniform and equipment provided.
• Additional benefits vary depending on position.

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Company Overview

Founded in 1973, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading US-owned security company, providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter-Con remains under family ownership and control and operates as the industry leader in the field of customized, high-requirement security solutions. Inter-Con employs over 35,000 security personnel world-wide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience. Inter-Con is Everywhere Security Matters. Why Work at Inter-Con? Passion: Inter-Con is a thriving company that is passionate about its products and people. Joining the Inter-Con family is an opportunity for growth and career advancement in an environment that truly cares for its employees. By joining the Inter-Con family, you’re working with the best to build a safer future. People: Inter-Con is more than a company, it’s an alumni base. We believe in positioning the right people in the right place to help them achieve their long-term aspirations for career growth. We have transitioned thousands of officers into successful careers in law enforcement, government agencies, foreign affairs and many more. Your career success drives our success. Benefits: Inter-Con offers excellent benefits that include flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, comprehensive training, discounts on higher education and much more. Partner with us to begin a journey that begins with a commitment and leads to a career of a lifetime. Stand out. Be proud. Be Inter-Con! Veterans Inter-Con is passionate about hiring veterans. In fact, we’ve hired thousands of veterans over the years and plan to keep hiring as many as we can. If you are veteran in search of a rewarding career among a team that holds an affinity for those who served as well as values your success and growth within our organization, please take a moment to review our website for all our extensive opportunities. Visit www.icsecurity.com/careers/ for more information. Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is an affirmative action employer who provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.