Guard Level 1 - SB (58676)

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 25,000 security personnel worldwide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience.

Why Work at Inter-Con?

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.

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 services, foreign affairs and many more. Your career success drives our success.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments
• Vacation and sick leave
• Medical and dental coverage
• Sponsorship for Top Secret Clearance
• Comprehensive training
• Discounts on higher education
• Recognition and reward programs
• Training and career development
• Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Uniform and equipment provided

Additional benefits vary depending on position.

About the Role

As a Security Officer, you will secure some of our most vital assets. You will be trained in enhanced security procedures and be exposed to cutting-edge technology. The qualifications are high, and the training is rigorous, but if you make it, you’ll join one of the most exclusive clubs in the Inter-Con family. As a Security Officer, you are at the tip of the spear when it comes to the advanced security solutions we provide our clients every day.

As an Unarmed Security Officer, you will be part of a highly trained security team that supports critical facilities and infrastructure, public venues that require an enhanced presence, and personal protective services.

As an Armed Security Officer, you are an integral part of the broad spectrum of specialized security services Inter-Con provides its clients every day. You’ll be trained by our team of highly qualified firearms instructors in safe weapons handling and marksmanship.

Responsibilities

• Observe, report, and assist with de-escalation of incidents at all Client location sites
• Conduct yourself in a manner that promotes and maintains good public relations
• Create and keep accurate and complete written reports and supporting documentation of all unusual and/or important instances and happenings as soon as possible after they occur (all unusual incident reports will need to be submitted via the Client’s Automated Incident Report System)
• Always be alert and continuously operate an effectively organized and efficiently managed guard service system
• Anticipate criminal acts and take remedial action from discernment of persons’ conduct
• Keep all persons under surveillance, including:
  • Recognizing, knowing, and identifying regular Client employees
  • Recognizing, knowing, and identifying persons from the government and private sectors who repeatedly visit said premises
  • Being mindful of all other persons while they are on said premises
• Furnish and maintain accurate written records for the Client as provided for herein and as provided in guard manuals
• Perform all duties by competent, skilled guards, under capable supervision
• Know and abide by all laws pertaining to the herein set forth duties
• Meet confrontations; de-escalate commotion and disturbances with firm politeness
• Courteously direct and assist the public and others with information and guidance
• Notify law enforcement and assist in the apprehension of lawbreakers
• Abstain from engaging in any personal familiarities, except for due politeness
• Assist with performing first aid when needed
• Assist with traffic control and issue parking citations as directed by the Client
• Thoroughly investigate criminal acts coming to the attention of the Contractor and their staff, immediately report the acts to the proper authority, and record the acts in writing in complete detail using the Client’s Automated Incident Report System within 24 hours of the incident
• Be guided by, comply with, and perform security guard services and duties in accordance with company policies, provided by Contractor
• Safeguard any entrusted information, including details about barred individuals, post orders, security protocols, etc., ensuring strict confidentiality
• Take appropriate action based on the information provided
• Report to the proper Client authority any disclosure of information concerning an incident, act, or threat which is in any way made known to a guard
• Investigate, pursue, and diligently endeavor to establish definite identification of persons on Client premises who commit personal injury, theft, arson, sabotage, vandalism, malicious mischief, defacement, or any other illegal act
• Comply with all Client policies and applicable laws relating to sexual harassment, workplace violence, and non-discrimination

Training Requirements

• Nature and Role of Private Security Officers
• Security Awareness
• Legal Aspects of Private Security
• Security Officer Conduct
• Observation and Incident Reporting
• Principles of Communications
• Principles of Access Control
• Principles of Safeguarding Information
• Crowd Control
• Traffic Control and Parking Lot Security
• Basic Computer Skills

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed security and 21 years of age for armed security
• Must be a citizen of the United States of America or a legal alien in the United States of America
• Must be able to provide references in writing from previous employers substantiating the individual’s good character, upon request
• Must be able to perform, without limitation, the individual’s assigned duties
• Must have previous experience or training preparation to perform the job competently and adequately
• Must continuously maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of California to operate a motor vehicle or a valid California ID card (if not driving)
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and be able to read and write English satisfactorily, understand and carry out oral and written instructions, write accurate and clear reports, and monitor environmental and electronic security systems
• Must provide Tuberculosis testing, Hepatitis B vaccinations, and health exams for all positions at a Medical Center and any other Client facilities when required by law
• Must have successfully passed a drug screen examination within six (6) months prior to assignment with the Client (must detect the use of marijuana, cocaine, heroin, amphetamines, opiates, and benzodiazepines)
• Must not have been convicted of, pled guilty to, or nolo contendere to a felony or job-related crime for a minimum seven-year period immediately preceding the candidate’s date of hire
• Must be registered with the California Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) and California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services as a security guard
• Must carry, at all times, the permanent guard registration card issued by the DCA (temporary guard cards are not acceptable)

Copies of any certification/completion documents (e.g., CPR, First Aid Cards) shall be furnished to the Client upon request. The Client has the right to inspect drug examination results and monitor security guards' safe driving records.

Veterans

Inter-Con is passionate about hiring veterans. We’ve hired thousands of veterans over the years and plan to keep hiring as many as we can. If you are a 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 review our website for all our extensive opportunities at www.icsecurity.com/careers/.