Armed Security Officer - Full Time #006RNR

About the role

Serve as an Armed Security Officer and provide emergency aid, security, and protection of life and property of clients by patrolling a fixed post business. Being a first responder is a mindset, and for many, a calling. A first responder's core values are deeply rooted in dedication, excellence, commitment, respect, partnership-building, creativity, resourcefulness, and compassion. Our officers are proud to serve our diverse and growing community of officers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned property to prevent crime and enforce laws and business policies.
• Prevent, observe, report and act on conditions of crime and danger.
• Check buildings for security.
• Observe structures, people and vehicles for suspicious activity.
• Make arrests as appropriate.
• Provide professional and credible testimony in a court of law.
• Prepare and write a variety of reports and records related to arrests, incidents and daily activity.
• Provide excellence in internal and external customer service.
• Create a positive experience for customers through professional and courteous behavior and creative problem resolution.
• Develop safe work habits and follow all required safety policies, procedures and techniques.
• Contribute to safety of self, co-workers and the public.
• Participate in ongoing training.
• Follow standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook and General Orders.
• Produce an acceptable quantity and quantity of work that is completed within established timelines.
• Support and respect diversity in the workplace.
• Any other tasks assigned.

Requirements

• A high school qualification or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and a United States Citizen.
• Preference for Military or Law Enforcement background.
• Be able to obtain a PERC license within 30 days of employment.
• Possess a valid FOID.
• Possess a valid 230 certificate within 30 days of employment.
• Possess a valid drivers license and can meet the department’s insurance requirements.
• May never have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that reflects adversely on the capacity to serve as a security officer.
• Ability to apply criminal justice and crime prevention techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret laws and orders.
• Ability to perform departmentally authorized use of force techniques to affect the physical arrest of criminal suspects.
• Strong ability to maintain composure in adverse conditions.
• Advanced ability to operate firearms and equipment safely, skillfully and in conformance with all laws and regulations.
• Ability to work under stress and remain calm and to calm other people during rapidly changing circumstances.
• Ability to multitask with different, and sometimes conflicting, events happening at the same time.
• Knowledge of computers for scheduling, reporting, and other duties.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with others under any type of condition.
• Work in a 24-hour environment with varied shifts including weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Constant – Seeing, hearing, feeling, standing, walking, and sitting.
• Occasional – carrying objects over 50 pounds, reaching, stooping, climbing, balancing, bending, twisting, handling paperwork, running, jumping, crawling, kneeling.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check, drug screening (including marijuana), psychological evaluation, written and physical test.

Benefits

Medical & Dental Insurance (Full Time).

Retirement Program.