Armed Security Officer

Veterans Security Corps of America INC; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 22,696 - 32,325; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Job summary

A security service provider is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Kingsport, Tennessee. The role involves maintaining safety and security, responding to emergencies, and ensuring client safety. Candidates must be US citizens, at least 21 years old, and possess a High School Diploma or GED. The position offers a pay of $19.97 per hour along with benefits including a 401(k) and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen and at least 21 years old.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical fitness test including a 1.5 mile run within 17:30 minutes.

Responsibilities

• Provide for the security and safety of client property and personnel.
• Respond to routine and emergency situations.
• Maintain mental alertness and reliable judgment during incidents.

Skills

US Citizenship

Conflict management

Physical fitness

Ability to qualify with a 9mm firearm

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY

As an Armed Security Officer, you will be essential in maintaining safety and security within the assigned premises. Reporting to the Security Supervisor, your core skills in security and conflict management will be vital in effectively handling any incidents that arise. Join our team and contribute to a safe and protected atmosphere for all.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must 21 years old or older
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to perform pre-employment and annual physical fitness test:
  1. 1.5 mile run within 17:30 min
  2. 19 Push-ups within 2 min
• Must be able to obtain State of Tennessee Armed Security Officer License
• Must be able to pass a State & Local Background Check
• Must be able to pass a National Agency Check, Local & Credit (NACLC)
• Employees are subject to random drug screening, annual background investigations, and must report any and all violations (including traffic tickets) and/or arrests
• Must possess the ability to qualify with a 9mm firearm prior to post assignment and semi-annually

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide for the security and safety of client property and personnel.
• Preserve order and act to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises.
• Respond to routine and emergency situations.
• Standing a post for 8 to 16 hours while wearing duty equipment and personal protective equipment weighing up to 30 pounds (includes a required ballistic vest) while exposed to all weather conditions.
• Properly and effectively wear or use personal protective equipment, including that used to prevent exposure to chemical, biological, or radiological agents.
• Acuity of senses and ability of expression sufficient to allow essential, accurate communication by written, spoken, audible, visible, or other signals.
• Operate both as a member of a team and independently at incidents of uncertain duration.
• Maintain mental alertness, deductive, and inductive reasoning, memory, and reliable judgment, to include operating a motor vehicle -- even under emergency conditions.
• Respond appropriately to routine and emergency situations of the job including bending, reaching, dodging, crawling, climbing, rapid ascent of stairs, short to moderate sprints, and self‑defense if necessary while wearing protective equipment.
• Ability to endure emergency situations mentally and physically for extended periods of time.

Pay: $19.97 per hour

Benefits: 401(k), Health Insurance, Health Savings Account