Armed Contract Security Officer - West Paducah, KY

Walden Security; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

TVA is seeking an Armed Contract Security Officer for West Paducah, KY. This role performs patrols of industrial sites, handles security incidents, and enforces post orders to prevent unauthorized access.

Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, applying force as necessary, and coordinating with supervisors and police when needed, while maintaining detailed reports and records.

Qualifications

• All armed security personnel must meet at least one of the experience/education requirements listed below.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification is required or preferred.
• State Security Officer License may be required; certification in the use of weapons may be required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to active shooter with appropriate actions to neutralize threat.
• Follow post orders and use graduated use of force as necessary.
• Patrol buildings, grounds, and public areas; report irregularities and incidents.
• Notify supervisor and authorities in emergencies; document investigations and usage of equipment.
• Drive posted posts safely and maintain records of inspections and incidents.
• Assist management and enforcement officers during emergencies and critical events.
• Maintain watch over access points and enforce entry controls as per post orders.
• Complete administrative tasks and reports as required.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Diversity

Ethics

Judgement

Professionalism

Quality

Safety and Security

Adaptability

Attendance/Punctuality

Dependability

Initiative

Education

Associate degree or higher in security/law enforcement

Police officer basic training academy

Job description

Armed Contract Security Officer - West Paducah, KY

TVA

SUMMARY

Guards industrial or commercial property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry by performing thefollowing duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
These will be outlined in assigned post orders. Duties may includethe following; other duties may be assigned by the Operations Manager or Regional VicePresident:

• In the event of an active shooter, immediately respond by moving towards shots fired toeffectively neutralize the threat.
• Follows all assigned post orders, both general and specific;
• Apply the use of force rules based on the situation. Employs graduated use of force to ensure thatonly that force which is necessary to subdue or detain is used.
• Patrols, periodically, buildings and grounds of industrial plant or commercial establishment, docks,logging camp area, or work site;
• Patrols lobbies, corridors, and public rooms, confers with management, interviews guests andemployees, and interrogates persons to detect infringements and investigate disturbances,complaints, thefts, vandalisms, and accidents;
• Patrols public areas to detect fires, unsafe conditions, and missing or inoperative safetyequipment;
• Examines doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure;
• Performs and sets thermostatic controls to maintain specified temperature in buildings or coldstorage rooms;
• Inspects equipment and machinery to ascertain if tampering has occurred;
• Registers at watch stations to record time of inspection trips;
• Inspects assigned areas and records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning of machinery or equipment, for use of supervisory staff;
• Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and securitydoors left unlocked;
• Warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles, andapprehends or expels persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts;
• Notifies staff of presence of persons with questionable reputations;
• Permits authorized persons and regulates vehicle/pedestrian traffic at plant entrance to maintainorderly flow;
• Drives radio-equipped vehicle through client's establishment, checks alarm and locates sources of alarm;
• Sounds alarm or calls police or fire department by telephone in case of fire or presence ofunauthorized persons;
• Assists management and enforcement officers in emergencies;
• Contacts supervisor by radio or telephone to report irregularities and obtain further instructions;
• Writes investigation and automobile usage reports.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Armed Security Officers are subject to supervision from Post Supervisors, Operations Managers, Field Supervisors and Senior Operations Managers

COMPETENCY
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies (minimum of 5):

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and developmentopportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to otherswithout interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks very clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates invarious meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varieswriting style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret writteninformation.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others'views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of teamabove own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Diversity- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment- free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrityand ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly andon time; supports organization’s goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Judgement – Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgement; Supportsand explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision‑making process; Makes
  timely decisions.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyondguidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected
  events; adapts to new product introduction, emergent business needs, and business evolution.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are coveredwhen absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for ownactions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completestasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Goal and detail oriented.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities;Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks forand offers help when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS
All security armed security personnel must meet at least one of the experience/education requirements listed below:

• Three years of security experience within the past five years.
• Three years of military or National Guard (active duty or reserve).
• Associate’s degree or higher in a security-related or law enforcement-related field.
• Successful completion of a police officer ’ s basic training academy.
• Candidates who do not meet one of these requirements but have equivalent education and/or experience must have special approval.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos using the Englishlanguage.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts with basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with accuracy.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, ordiagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Some posts may require an individual to know about Internet programs, Word Processing software, or other software as required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Where applicable:
  • State Security Officer License;
  • Certification in the use of weapons
  • State Armed License if required;
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Certification may be needed.
• Vehicle operators must be at least 25 years of age and have a driving record with no more than one moving violation
• Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Personnel shall undergo and successfully pass an approved physical evaluation prior to assignment . The evaluation shall show that personnel are in good physical condition, have appropriate endurance, are able to protect themselves and others, are able to effectively use firearms and other equipment, are able to function in all applicable environments and climates, and are able to withstand sudden emotional stress and