Armed Security Officer

JOB OVERVIEW

Working as part of a team or independently, Securatech Guard Services’ Armed Security Officers will play an integral role in creating peace of mind for the company’s clients by protecting their assets and personnel, minimizing risk, and ensuring overall safety and compliance at a variety of client locations.

Securatech Guard Services operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Armed Security Officers are expected to be available to work all shifts including holidays and weekends.

Armed Security Officers report to a Site Supervisor or higher-ranking officers and serve as a member of the Guard Services team. This position supports the needs and activities of the company, supervisors/managers, and other personnel. Officers must also be able to display a friendly and helpful attitude while working with fellow associates and clients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Armed Security Officers are responsible for deterring criminal activity and securing a variety of client locations. These locations may include but are not limited to schools, retail locations, business parks, warehouses, government buildings, and on occasion special events. Specific duties for this role will include:

• Checking electronic and mechanical devices that require monitoring and recording and reporting any abnormal conditions.
• Ensuring that facilities and restricted areas are properly secured.
• Verifying the need for entry and logging entry and exit for all visitors.
• Rendering first-responder services to all emergencies and incidents within the scope of your training.
• Preparing written daily activity and incident reports.
• Using various computer applications.
• Using various manuals and automated equipment such as fire extinguishers, first aid supplies, etc.
• Providing access control, security, and customer interface at fixed posts to include lobby entry points, reception areas, and event-related assignments.
• Answering phone calls and documenting all messages and requests.
• Performing specialized additional duties relating to controlling computer systems and facility access as needed.
• Ensures operation of equipment by practicing use; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying supervisor of needed repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Responding appropriately to incidents of theft, robbery, assault, destruction of property, or any other threat to client assets and personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

You must be motivated, engaged, ambitious, and looking to build a long-term career. This is not a desk job, and you must be prepared to work as part of a team, acting quickly and professionally as you respond to urgent, potentially stressful situations that may include physical altercations. You must also display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills as you will interact with a variety of clients, and staff in addition to external visitors.

Please note: Hire for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a thorough background check, including a criminal, motor vehicle, credit, and education history, previous work experience/references, and a drug screen.

The minimum requirement to become an Armed Security Officer are as follows:

• 21 years of age or older
• Must maintain a valid State of Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL) OR Ohio or Indiana equivalent (if a resident of either state).
• Availablity to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Able to provide proof that you are eligible to work in the US.
• Speak, read, and write English.
• Strong listening, organizational, oral, and written communication skills for multi-tasking effectively.
• Be able to pass a background investigation.
• Be able to pass a drug screen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Work effectively with limited supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must be capable of frequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping up to 12 hours per day, either indoors or outdoors, during daytime or nighttime hours.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, walk and/or run.
• Must be able to move 50 lbs.