Armed Security Officer- Part Time- Downtown OKC/Edmond

About the role

This position is part time with varied hours between 5:30 am and 6:30 pm Monday-Friday 8 hours shifts for a minimum of 20 hours a week.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for employees and the protection of property by patrolling the premises and actively monitoring personnel.
• Guard against theft of company property while maintaining security of premises.
• Prevent losses and damages by reporting irregularities, instructing violators of policy and procedures.
• Call police, fire or EMS in cases of emergency; as needed as appropriate for emergencies (ex: trespasser, fire or injured person).
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances or events.
• Patrol and monitor the premises to prevent and detect signs of unauthorized intrusion, theft or damage to or of company property.
• Operate detection devices, such as metal detectors and X ray machines to screen individuals and property to prevent the passage of prohibited articles into and out of restricted areas.
• Follow company and security policies and procedures.
• Takes independent action within policies, seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas and practices self-development.
• Projects professionalism, well groomed, works well in a team environment, and considerate of workplace surroundings, maintain workplace area clean, reports any safety or equipment issues and supports safety programs.

Requirements

• High School diploma required.
• 5+ years’ experience in law enforcement, military experience or certified armed security experience with ACTIVE CLEET license required.
• Detailed observation skills and quick response in making corrective action within protocols.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong comprehensive report writing and analytical skills.
• Fluctuating schedule readiness, as needed.
• Active or retired state certified Peace Officer status.
• Valid C.L.E.E.T. Armed Security License at time of application.

Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Outlook and demonstrate your retention ability to utilize any security and loss prevention software after training.

Skills

• Decision Making/Judgment
• Dependability
• Initiative
• Listening Skills

Benefits

Apart from the standard benefits, APMEX offers:

• Free Lunch every day
• Paid Volunteer Opportunities
• Lunch and Learns
• Free Downtown Parking