Armed Security Officer - Experience Required

About the role

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is now hiring part-time experienced Armed Security Officers. This position provides armed protective services in accordance with Allied Universal standards for a high-profile customer.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property
• Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing
• Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol
• Follow all directives relating to site-specific operations including manuals and post orders
• Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle
• Answer phones, monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current driver’s license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle
• Licenses required are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid from the AHA or ARCFederal and state firearms qualifications
• National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification
• OC, Baton and handcuffing certification
• Defensive tactics and de-escalation tactics certification
• One or more of the following minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of US military service
• Minimum of one (1) year full-time armed civilian law enforcement experience
• Minimum of 21 years of age, or higher as required by applicable law or contractual requirements
• Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately; able to speak, read, and write fluently in English
• Problem solving skills; able to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Attention to detail; able to compile, sort, and interpret data
• Active listening skills; able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy

Benefits

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...