Armed FAA Security Officer - Level III

Colonial Group; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking an FAA Level III Armed Security Officer for a part-time facility role focused on protecting FAA employees, property and assets. The position emphasizes access control, screening, incident handling, and emergency response at an FAA facility in California.

Qualifications include U.S. citizenship, a high school diploma or GED, and relevant security certifications. The role requires physical fitness, ability to work long shifts, and compliance with Facility Post Orders.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum security experience as defined by FAA.
• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications.
• Non-Lethal and Defensive Tactics certifications.
• Firearm qualification with ADC weapon.
• Must pass pre-employment suitability and FAA PIV/background checks.
• Valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide access control for personnel and vehicles entering the facility.
• Screen Visitors, Vehicles, Mail/Parcels and Hand Carried Items with screening equipment.
• Enforce Facility Rules and Regulations.
• Issue Visitor Badges and Temporary Passes.
• Conduct roving patrols of buildings, grounds and perimeter.
• Investigate incidents and take appropriate actions.
• Respond to security alarms and emergencies.
• Monitor and analyze activity with CCTV and surveillance equipment.
• Conduct building and vehicle inspections.
• Direct traffic, parking and pedestrians.
• Open/close gate(s) and building(s) per Post Orders.
• Manage keys, access cards, and combinations.
• Maintain communications with Security Team and ATR.
• Complete daily incident and activity reports.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Access control

Screening

Enforcement

Visitor processing

Patrol

Incident reporting

Emergency response

Video surveillance

Building inspections

Traffic & pedestrian control

Communication equipment

English fluency

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Metal detectors

X-ray screening

CCTV surveillance system

Access control systems

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking an FAA Level III Armed Security Officer for a part-time facility role focused on protecting FAA employees, property and assets. The position emphasizes access control, screening, incident handling, and emergency response at an FAA facility in California.

Qualifications include U.S. citizenship, a high school diploma or GED, and relevant security certifications. The role requires physical fitness, ability to work long shifts, and compliance with Facility Post Orders.