What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Armed Protective Agent (Security Officer) position at JomsVikings Protection Agency?
Company Overview:
Founded in April of 2020, Jomsvikings Protection and Security is a full-service integrated security provider headquartered in suburban Minneapolis, MN. Jomsvikings is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business, and a member of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal Leadership Trust. We provide integrated total solutions to address protection concerns, security needs, and risk mitigation. Our dedication to training & professional development, employment of the highest qualified candidates, and use of leading industry technology & tools is unmatched.
Position Overview:
Sometimes a lock, alarm, or gate aren’t enough to protect people and property. This is when a Protective Agent/Security Officer (literally) steps in. Protective Agents are a living, breathing line of defense for businesses against external threats, intrusion, and vulnerabilities.
Working under the direct supervision of a security supervisor, we will rely upon you for the protection, safeguarding and security of assets, personnel, customers, tenants, visitors, and other people and property on our job sites and locations.
Position Objectives:
- Ensure a safe environment through a team effort of diligent active patrol, strict access control, monitoring, and equipment control
- Be visible and observant, maintaining high situational awareness and tactful customer service.
- Respond immediately to distress calls, panic alarms, and emergency calls for disorderly conduct, disruptive persons, and incidents swiftly and appropriately
- Maintain the Jomsvikings reputation with professionalism and legal compliance
Position Duties:
- Collaborate with other security officers for effective protection and coverage
- Presents losses and damage by reporting irregularities and informs violators of policy and procedures.
- Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, and access points.
- Investigates security breaches, incidents, and other alarming behavior.
- Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
- Maintains the organization’s stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements.
- Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Security Officer Minimum Qualifications and Skills
Must be able to stand for up to 4 hours
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Basic computer skills
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Excellent sense of judgment
Security Officer Preferred Qualifications and Skills
De-Escalation, Customer Service, Surveillance, Personability, Command Presence
Integrity Driven, Initiative, Detail Orientated, Communication, Computer/Surveillance Equipment
Education and Experience Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of [number] years of security experience
CPR/First Aid certified
Permit to Carry License
Driver’s License (Valid)
Preferred Experience:
2 years of Military, Law Enforcement, or Security Industry employment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Do you have prior law enforcement or military background
- Do you have reliable transportation
Experience:
- Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Minnesota Permit to Carry (Required)
- CPR/AED (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $39,000 - $54,000
