Armed Protective Security Officer - Travel & Weekend Shifts

First Coast Security Solutions; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training rate

Health & Welfare (H&W)

Job summary

First Coast Security Solutions is seeking Armed Protective Security Officers for the Burlington, IA area. This part-time role requires weekend and holiday availability and willingness to travel, with the responsibility to respond to incidents to safeguard personnel and property.

PSOs will verify access, monitor entries, conduct vehicle inspections, and patrol facilities on foot or by vehicle, while maintaining professional interactions with clients and staff.

Qualifications

• Must fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English.
• Two years of verifiable experience in law enforcement or honorable military service recommended.

Responsibilities

• Control access to client facilities by verifying admittance, screening visitors, and preventing unauthorized entry.
• Provide courteous, professional interactions reflecting positively on the client and security department.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with visitors, employees, and team members.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and facility activity, including CCTV monitoring and remote access systems.
• Patrol assigned areas on foot or by vehicle to identify hazards and ensure safe conditions.
• Respond to incidents following established procedures (fires, medical emergencies, disturbances, etc.).
• Protect evidence and secure incident scenes as required, including setting up barriers.
• Complete logs and reports with proper grammar and accuracy.
• Report suspicious activities or incidents to client representatives and authorities.

Skills

English proficiency

Security awareness

Observation skills

Written reports

Education

High School Diploma

GED

60 college credits

Job description

First Coast Security Solutions is seeking Armed Protective Security Officers for the Burlington, IA area. This part-time role requires weekend and holiday availability and willingness to travel, with the responsibility to respond to incidents to safeguard personnel and property.

PSOs will verify access, monitor entries, conduct vehicle inspections, and patrol facilities on foot or by vehicle, while maintaining professional interactions with clients and staff.