Armed Protective Security Officers - Clearance Required

BTI Security; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm is seeking Armed Protective Security Officers in Huntsville, Alabama. This dual role offers flexible full-time and part-time positions focused on safeguarding personnel and sites, with a strong emphasis on communication and quick response abilities. Join an established team committed to safety training and employee growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and excellent report writing skills.
• Must qualify with a revolver or semi-automatic weapon.
• Knowledge of security industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security by conducting surveillance and controlling access.
• Prepare detailed reports on incidents.
• Perform CPR and first aid when necessary.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Emotional Control

Situational Awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

X-ray machines

Magnetometer

Job description

Armed Protective Security Officers - Clearance Required

Armed Protective Security Officers - Clearance Required

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Overview

BTI Security is committed to hiring top-notch security professionals who are highly experienced in safety risk analysis, de-escalating conflicts and controlling behaviors. Our industry-low turnover rate shows we know how to attract quality employees and retain them. To help realize your full potential, BTI Security is committed to training our employees. We provide the opportunity for career growth and competitive compensation that rewards you for exceptional performance.

Overview

BTI Security is committed to hiring top-notch security professionals who are highly experienced in safety risk analysis, de-escalating conflicts and controlling behaviors. Our industry-low turnover rate shows we know how to attract quality employees and retain them. To help realize your full potential, BTI Security is committed to training our employees. We provide the opportunity for career growth and competitive compensation that rewards you for exceptional performance.

BTI Security is accepting applications for Full-time and Part-time Armed Protective Service Officers (PSO) in Redstone, Alabama. This is designated as an Essential position. BTI Security seeks to hire a high caliber of security officers who demonstrate professionalism and a solid commitment to protecting and securing our sites, staff, and clients

Job Skills / Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Protect the principal against possible threats
• Federal building access control, employee and visitor identification checks, security equipment monitoring, roving patrols of the interior and exterior of federal property
• Monitoring surveillance cameras for any disruptions or unlawful activities
• Providing detailed reports on daily activities and/or 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 in a clear and concise manner
• Leverages excellent listening and service skills in emergency response and evaluation procedures
• Performing CPR or first aid when needed
• Ensure credentials are maintained per contract requirements
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Project Manager.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Be a United States citizen; or a Lawful Permanent Resident who is currently a member of, or who possesses a verifiable honorable discharge from, any component of the United States Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard)
• Been issued a Social Security Card by the Social Security Administration, which bears the individuals name and social security number
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience security (armed) experience or one (1) year of law enforcement experience in a full-duty status with a full-service police department in a municipality, state, or federal law enforcement department within the US.
• A minimum of two (2) years as a member of any US Armed Forces with an honorable discharge
• Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend English, and be able to compose written reports in English
• Must be able to qualify with a revolver or semi-automatic
• 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
  
  

Physical Demands

• PSO’s shall be physically able to perform tasks in performance of assigned duties
• Frequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping up to 12hours pr day, either indoors or outdoors
• Frequent contact with the public, law enforcement, and dispatch center, requiring an ability to speak clearly and distinctly and remain calm in stressful situations
• Ability to remain on post up to four (4) consecutive hours without sitting, eating or receiving a break
• Ability to remain alert for up to 12hours, with ability to mentally and physically react quickly to a variety of unexpected and dangerous situations
• Ability to subdue violent or potentially violent or disturbed individuals, or intervene in a crisis
• Occasional running, sprinting, lifting heavy weights, moving heavy object, climbing stairs
  
  

Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (Any)

CPR/American Red Cross Certification

National Weapons Detection Training Program

MEB Expandable Baton

DHS Letter of Suitability

Initials Weapon Training

Basic Training Exhibits 72/64 hours

NWDTP Training

Firearms Qualification

FPS Orientation Certificate

O.C. aerosol spray

Handcuffing Tactics and Instruction

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability

This job reports to the Operations Manager

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

Number of Openings for this position: 1

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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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