What are the responsibilities and job description for the Armed Security Officer position at DK Security, Inc?
Armed Security Officer
LOOKING FOR PRIOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OR MILITARY EXPERIENCE!!!
SCOPE: Armed Security Officers are responsible for protecting the site’s building, grounds, assets, employees, and visitors against criminal activity, accidents, fires and natural disasters, as well as providing outstanding customer service. Officers at this site location will work to protect the facility and employees of a local pharmaceutical company. This is your opportunity to work on a team that serves a truly critical purpose!
SCHEDULE:
- 3rd Shift (11 PM - 7 AM) Fridays, Saturdays
- 16 hours per week (Part-Time)
COMPENSATION:
- Rate of Pay: $22.66/hr
- Benefits: dental, vision, life insurance, group accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, and Paid Medical Leave (eligibility requirements apply).
LOCATION: Downtown Grand Rapids, MI
JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must provide excellent customer service when dealing with Clients, Customers, Co-Workers, etc.
- Observes and reports activities and incidents at assigned client location.
- Guard posts – this may include building lobbies, reception areas, control centers, etc.
- Conduct periodic foot patrols of the assigned locations to check for irregularities, unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, blocked entrances/exits, mechanical problems, and unauthorized persons.
- Ensure unauthorized persons do not enter restricted areas.
- Ensure a safe and secure environment for all employees and visitors, and will enforce policies and procedures for the site location.
- Check for employee and vendor identifications.
- Look for suspicious persons, packages and activities.
- Responds to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents.
- Maintain regular communication with the designated client contact, follow through with client requests and keep operations manager updated as to client communication.
- Must follow and enforce site specific post guidelines.
- Understand and implement DK’s GIFTS program.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preferred Skills: law enforcement, military, criminal justice field, and customer service.
- Must be at least 21 years old or older.
- Must have high school diploma or GED.
- Must have a current, valid Concealed Pistol License.
- Must be of good moral character, with no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions for criminal sexual conduct or related offenses, theft, assault, drugs, or crimes of moral turpitude, is required.
- Must pass a 5-panel drug screen upon hire and periodically thereafter.
- 2 years of experience as a law enforcement officer preferred.
- Must have a reliable vehicle, as well as a valid driver’s license with no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years, and no alcohol related infractions in the past 5 years.
- Must present a friendly, positive, professional image to Clients, employees, supervisors, managers, and the general public.
- Must possess excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills and the ability to solve problems and de-escalate situations in a non-confrontational manner. These include the ability to read and write the English language and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating procedures, maintenance instructions and reports.
- Must possess computer skills; specifically, in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.
- Must have a flexible schedule.
- Must have impeccable grooming.
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
- Physical Requirements:
- Must be physically and mentally sound
- Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
- Must be able to reach with hands and arms, and to hold objects
- Must be able to sit, stand or walk for 8-12 hour shifts, including walking long distances, and possibly up and down stairs
- Must be readily able to respond to emergency situations
- Must be able to work in or outdoors during all seasons
- Must be able to hear conversations (in person or via 2-way radio) in noisy environments.
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
- Must have flexible availability and willingness to work on short notice.
DK Security is Michigan’s fastest growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and much more based on the needs of our clients.
DK Security can provide you an opportunity to grow, develop and meet new people in a professional setting. We offer you the opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere of working on a team in a position that serves a critical purpose. DK has earned a reputable name in the security industry thanks to our outstanding officers that work in the field, and we cannot wait to have you join our team!
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