Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO), DHS/FPS - Austin, Texas

BTI Security; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading security company is seeking Armed Protective Security Officers in Austin, Texas. The role involves various duties, including patrolling premises and monitoring surveillance. Candidates must have a valid Security Guard Card and be customer service-focused, with prior security experience preferred. Opportunities are available for both full-time and part-time roles.

Qualifications

• Strong relevant knowledge of the security industry.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Security Guard Card.
• Must have a customer service-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Performing CPR or first aid when needed.
• Access control of entrances and exits.
• Provide detailed reports on daily activities.

Skills

Communication

Surveillance Monitoring

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

At Least 2 Years of College

Tools

Two-way radios

Magnetometer

X-ray machines

Job description

Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO), DHS/FPS - Austin, Texas

Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO), DHS/FPS - Austin, Texas

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• Armed Security Officers perform a variety of security-related duties depending on the post.
• Patrolling and monitoring exterior and community areas on-premises.
• Access control of entrances and exits and departure of employees and visitors.
• Monitoring surveillance cameras for any disruptions or unlawful activities.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be able to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures per contract.
• Provide detailed reports on daily activities and incidents that may have occurred.
• Knowledgeable and able to effectively use magnetometer and X-ray machines.
• Using provided communication devices such as two-way radios clearly and concisely.
• Performing CPR or first aid when needed.
• Ensure credentials are maintained per contract requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Project Manager.
  
  
• Two (2) years of experience security experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Security Guard Card.
• Strong relevant knowledge of the security industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a customer service-driven mindset.
• Ability to communicate effectively and present information to all levels of internal and external customers.
  
  

Job Skills / Requirements

• Armed Security Officers perform a variety of security-related duties depending on the post.
• Patrolling and monitoring exterior and community areas on-premises.
• Access control of entrances and exits and departure of employees and visitors.
• Monitoring surveillance cameras for any disruptions or unlawful activities.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be able to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures per contract.
• Provide detailed reports on daily activities and incidents that may have occurred.
• Knowledgeable and able to effectively use magnetometer and X-ray machines.
• Using provided communication devices such as two-way radios clearly and concisely.
• Performing CPR or first aid when needed.
• Ensure credentials are maintained per contract requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Project Manager.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Two (2) years of experience security experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Security Guard Card.
• Strong relevant knowledge of the security industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a customer service-driven mindset.
• Ability to communicate effectively and present information to all levels of internal and external customers.
  
  

BTI Security is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training, social and recreational programs, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma/GED

At Least 2 Years of College

Certification Requirements (Any)

TxDPS Security License (Texas Armed)

CPR/First Aid

This job reports to the Operations Manager

This is a Full and Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends.

Number of Openings for this position: 10

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Security and Investigations

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