Armed Security Officer

Protexa Security LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as an Armed Security Officer, where your primary role will be to maintain a safe and secure environment for both customers and employees. This position involves patrolling premises, monitoring surveillance equipment, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. You'll be responsible for preventing losses, controlling traffic, and maintaining the organization's reputation. If you have the required training and are committed to safety, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a vital role within the security industry.

Qualifications

• Must be a legal US citizen and possess a PERC Card.
• Completion of basic and armed security training is required.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors premises to ensure safety and security.
• Reports irregularities and maintains equipment for operational efficiency.

Skills

Patrolling

Monitoring Surveillance Equipment

Report Writing

Traffic Control

Preventive Maintenance

Education

20-hour Basic Security Training

40-hour Armed Security Training

Job description

Armed Security Officer Job Responsibilities:

Maintains safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel.

Security Officer Job Duties:

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.
• Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures.
• Controls traffic by directing drivers.
• Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures.
• Maintains environment by monitoring and setting building and equipment controls.
• Maintains organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Candidates for this position must have the following:

• Legal US Citizen
• PERC Card
• Unarmed Security: 20-hour basic security training AND Armed Security: 40 hours total security training (basic training AND armed training)