Armed Security Guard

Cherokee Federal; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking an Armed Security Guard to protect our properties, guests, and staff. You will patrol, monitor surveillance, and respond to incidents to ensure a safe, compliant environment.

Work with local law enforcement and leadership to enforce safety standards, manage access, and uphold our security program while adhering to drug-testing policies and licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 6 months of experience in security or related field.
• CLEET armed security guard license preferred at time of hire; required within 180 days of hire or transfer date.
• Cherokee Nation Armed Security Officer license required.
• Working knowledge of firearms and defensive tactics.
• Working knowledge of surveillance video systems and chain of evidence.
• Pass a CNE security-approved custody control and weapons training.
• Ability to obtain and maintain licensing by gaming authority.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Work environment includes offices, outdoors in all weather, and casino floors with second-hand smoke and crowd noise.

Responsibilities

• Patrol Cherokee Nation Entertainment (CNE) properties, guests, and employees.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement and leadership to uphold security.

Skills

Driving license

Patrolling

Incident response

Regulatory compliance

Surveillance systems

Custody and weapons training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

As an Armed Security Guard, you'll be a critical component of our security team, responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all Cherokee Nation Entertainment (CNE) properties, guests, and employees. This role requires a vigilant and proactive approach to security, including patrols, incident response, and maintaining compliance with all safety and regulatory standards. You'll work closely with local law enforcement and leadership to uphold a secure and welcoming environment.

NOTE : This position is considered safety-sensitive and is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Please note that a positive drug test result, including for marijuana, may result in a job offer being rescinded for applicants or termination of employment for current employees, even if they possess a valid medical marijuana license.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and 6 months of experience in security or a related field.
• State of Oklahoma Council of Law Enforcement, Education, and Training (CLEET) armed security guard license preferred at time of hire; required within 180 days of hire or transfer date.
• Cherokee Nation Armed Security Officer license required.
• Working knowledge of firearms and defensive tactics.
• Working knowledge of surveillance video systems and how to maintain a chain of evidence.
• Ability to pass a CNE security-approved custody control and weapons training.
• Ability to obtain and maintain licensing by the appropriate gaming authority.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable working in diverse settings, including climate-controlled offices, outdoors in all types of weather, and casino floors with exposure to second-hand smoke and crowd noise.