Armed Security Officer

Armed Security Officer

Full time

Job assignment is located in Cotton Plant, AR

Rotating schedule with weekend, evening and holiday requirements

Arkansas law requires that any employee of Cache River Security be 21 and free of any disqualifying felony convictions. Prior to beginning employment with Cache River Security, every employee is legally required to submit to a background check for submission to the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission.

Overview:
The Security Officer is an armed position and ensures the protection, safeguarding and security of company assets, employees, contractors, invitees and others; complies with federal, state and local legal regulations; takes direction from the Security Supervisor; and exercises independent judgment, when needed, in the course of carrying out overall responsibilities and other activities as assigned.

A security officer is often the very first and very last impression an employee, guest, tenant or visitor will have of our company - it is critical that you present a professional, capable and friendly image as people both arrive and depart our facilities. Upwards of 90% of an Officer’s Day to day job involves delivering world class customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Controls access points and patrols assigned location to prevent unauthorized entry and illegal removal of assets
• Patrols are also designed to detect and/or prevent serious maintenance issues such as water leaks, malfunctioning equipment, etc.
• Monitors closed circuit television system to oversee safety, security, and traffic on property
• Maintains constant alert for suspicious activity/individuals/vehicles/etc., safety hazards or incidents and takes action to correct related problems; tow vehicles as deemed necessary
• Intercedes as necessary in physical disturbances or to prevent property removal or damage. Subdue individuals when necessary
• Quality Control (QC) processes product moved from production to deliver. Count items, record and sign for cargo items
• Drives unmarked van providing safe and secure pickup & delivery of cash, product and any other valuables. Load/unload vehicle cargo
• Communicates with all employees to increase their security awareness regarding corporate policy and procedure regarding safety & security
• Coordinates and records the issuance and retrieval of equipment/supplies; issuance & retrieval of access cards; visitor, tenant & employee clearance; etc.
• Assists persons who are incapacitated due to an emergency situation. Provide first-aid services if necessary. Transports persons to other locations as necessary in responding to an emergency
• Reports to work for multiple clients at multiple locations; covering special projects, call offs, vacations and open shift
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED plus 1 year experience in customer service, pharmacy or retail sales
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required
• Ability to work independently and interdependently
• By law must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to work in a diverse environment with people from various cultures, backgrounds, socioeconomic status, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality requirements and law
• Must be and remain compliant with any and all legal or company regulations for working in the cannabis industry
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screen

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous police officer or military service
• Previous side arm job duties
• Solid strategic and critical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

CACHE RIVER is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 294-4095 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have previous military experience?
• Are you willing to work weekends and holidays?
• Have you ever been convicted of a felony, misdemeanor or received deferred adjudication?

If yes, please explain
Answering “yes” to this question will not automatically bar you from employment. The Company will make an individualized assessment of your candidacy, subject to approval by the Arkansas Beverage Control Division of the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.

• Do you have previous experience as a police officer, security officer or department of corrections employee with full time side arm responsibilities?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18