What are the responsibilities and job description for the PSI Security Officer (Armed) - Cleveland position at PSI of Cleveland / Akron?
Currently hiring professional Armed Security Officers in Northeast Ohio (Cleveland Area)
****Starting Pay: $15.50/hour****
****Must have a valid OPOTC Security Guard Certification with Firearm Bearer (FAB) designation [20 - Hour] (Not Expired)****
This pay rate increases as you advance in the company.
Hours: Must have open availability for full-time positions. Majority of the work will be performed overnight and will include weekends. Part-time work can be considered, but full-time positions receive priority.
About PSI:
Our company maintains a Class A License and provides a wide-spectrum of security functions including: professional vehicle patrols, alarm response, armed & unarmed officer assignments, executive-protection details.
This company primarily secures residential areas such as luxury, market rate, and low-income apartment complexes.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- OPOTA Peace Officer Certification is highly preferred
- Current OPOTA or OPOTC Security Guard Certification with Firearm Bearer (FAB) designation [20 - Hour]
- Must pass an employment background check with a favorable employment history
- Must pass a pre-employment criminal and traffic background check
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test
- Must have the physical capabilities to perform all job functions
- Must be able to meet insurance standards for use of company's patrol vehicles
- No criminal convictions on your record
- No dishonorable discharge from any military branch of service
- Demonstrate strong communication skills
- Demonstrate effective time-management skills
- Knowledge of or ability to learn security operations and procedures
- Ability to maintain professional composure, especially when dealing with challenging circumstances
- Ability to write routine correspondence, including logs and reports
- Ability to learn and utilize the latest technology in accordance with job responsibilities
Experience (one of the following must apply):
- Former Police or Corrections Officers in good standing with their respective department
- Police or Corrections Officers
- Current or former military personnel
- OPOTA Private Security Training Academy (120 hour and above)
- OPOTC 20-Hour Firearms Certification with 1 year of experience as a private security officer.
- Bachelor's degree in a security-related field from an accredited university
Military and law enforcement experience is highly preferred
Benefits for Employees:
- Competitive pay
- Professional patrol cars with security packaging
- Free uniforms
- Direct Deposit
- Body Cameras to use
- Financial assistance with purchasing officer equipment (including body armor)
- Free annual firearms requalification (20-hour certificate)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.50 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Have you completed the OPOTA Private Security Training Academy (120 hour course)?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Security: 1 year (Preferred)
- Law Enforcement, Military, or Corrections: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- OPOTC / OPOTA - 20 Hour Firearms Certificate (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $16