Security Officer

Job Description
Honesty-Dependability-Integrity-Professionalism:

If you possess these qualities, then a career in security may be for you! American Sentry Security is currently seeking professional, unarmed security officers for our Birmingham, AL and surrounding locations. Posts can be indoors or outdoors, office complex, field work, retail, roving or government property. Must be able to stand for a prolonged period of time.

Positions are full or part time with all shifts available. Hours may be extended during holidays and special sales events.

Minimum Qualifications for an Guard:

• ability to demonstrate proficiency with firearms, if required
• current state Security License, or ability to obtain such
• must be at least 21 yrs of age
• must have at least a high school diploma or GED
• possess a current Security Firearms Permit, if required
• must be able to provide your own firearm (.38-.45 revolver or .380-9mm), if required
• be able to pass extensive background check (no felonies or major misdemeanors) and random drug screens
• possess a cellphone capable of supporting our timekeeping app

Preferred Experience:

• 1 year of experience in armed or unarmed security
• Military background
• Law enforcement or corrections experience

Expectations for a American Sentry Security Armed Guard:

• Proven ability to problem solve and effectively manage conflict
• Use good judgment & make difficult decisions that affect the safety & well-being of others
• Ability to maintain effective communication and composure in a stressful environment
• Always acts with Integrity and Trust when dealing with client, customers & employees
• Caring about the well-being of every person, having high standards as a way of life, respecting and listening to others and making decisions that benefit our customers and company
• Possess teamwork & diversity awareness by listening to others' points of view and recognizing and appreciating differences
• Write and speak clearly, concisely and with tact in a variety of settings using effective communication skills; demonstrating empathy and respect for others at all times

• Relate well to others

Qualified applicants may apply on really.com

Responding to this posting does not guarantee an offer of employment. All respondents are
reviewed, but not everyone is contacted to interview.

American Sentry Security is based out of Topeka, KS and has been in business for over 50 years.
We currently operate in the states of AL, KS, MS and TX.
Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, American Sentry Security does not
discriminate in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral,
and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), or
national origin.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $16