Armed Security Officer

Paladin Global Corporation; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid holidays

Uniforms and equipment provided

Annual incentive performance bonus

Job summary

A prominent security services provider in Fort Lauderdale is seeking dedicated security professionals. Responsibilities include conducting armed patrols, controlling access to premises, and composing reports. Ideal candidates must possess a valid Florida class 'D' and 'G' license, have a high school diploma or GED, and be capable of passing drug tests and background checks. Competitive compensation and a range of benefits are offered, including vacation leave, uniforms, and an annual performance bonus.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Florida class 'D' and class 'G' license.
• Able to work scheduled twelve hour shifts.
• Able to pass a drug test and extensive background check.
• Demonstrate physical readiness by completing fitness tests.

Responsibilities

• Conduct armed stationary, foot, and vehicle patrol.
• Control access of personnel and vehicles.
• Compose reports about incidents.
• Deter criminal activity and misconduct.

Skills

Ability to operate in high stress situations

Communication skills

Physical readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio equipment

Telephone equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

Conduct armed stationary, foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior). Control access and/or egress of personnel and vehicles. Compose reports. Deter criminal activity, misconduct, and breach of community rules. Perform other duties as specified in post orders.

Benefits

Competitive compensation. Paid holidays, personal and vacation leave; uniforms and equipment provided; annual incentive performance bonus and individual performance increases, working among the best security professionals in the industry.

Requirements

• Posses a valid Florida class “D” and class “G” license
• OR Pass required training or other qualifications for licensing
• AND Be able to work scheduled twelve hour shifts
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Able to operate in high stress situations
• Not use illegal drugs. You must be able to pass a drug test with negative results (except when undergoing documented medical treatment)
• Be able to pass an extensive background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications, and Department of Motor Vehicle and credit checks
• Be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if you were in the military
• Be able to successfully complete all training required for the position
• Be able to operate a radio or telephone equipment
• Demonstrate an ability to interact firmly but cordially and communicate with the public
• Demonstrate the ability to pass a physical readiness test:
  • Run 1.5 miles in 17 minutes or less
  • Perform 30 push-ups in 2 minutes or less
  • Perform 30 sit-ups in 2 minutes or less