Armed Security Officer

Gsgi; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services provider in New York is seeking a competent Licensed Security Officer responsible for detecting suspicious behavior and preventing theft or vandalism. The ideal candidate will have excellent surveillance skills, prior military or law enforcement experience is preferred. Responsibilities include maintaining order, monitoring premises, and responding to alarms. Applicants must have a high school diploma and registered as a security officer. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as security officer or guard.
• High School diploma is required.
• Prior Military or Law Enforcement is a plus.
• Familiarity with report writing.
• Excellent surveillance and observation skills.
• Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems.
• Trained in First Aid/BLS and self-defense.
• Registered as a security officer.
• High School diploma is required.
• Prior Military or Law Enforcement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence.
• Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people in the property.
• Remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area.
• Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts.
• Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation.
• Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts.
• Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions.
• Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation.
• Provide assistance to people in need.
• Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities.
• Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrence.

Skills

Proven experience as security officer or guard

Excellent surveillance and observation skills

Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems

Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety

Familiarity with report writing

Trained in First Aid/BLS and self-defense

Registered as a security officer

High School diploma

Patrolling

Surveillance systems

Education

High School diploma

Registered as a security officer

Tools

Surveillance cameras

Job description

Prior Military or Law Enforcement experience is a plus. We are looking for a competent Licensed Security Officer. You will be responsible for detecting any suspicious behavior and preventing vandalism, thefts or other criminal behavior. A security officer must be well-trained in surveillance and dealing with perpetrators. The ideal candidate will inspire respect and authority as well as possess a high level of observation. The goal is to help the company in maintaining excellent working conditions by keeping our facilities safe and problem-free. Prior Military or Law Enforcement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence
• Must be able to work weekends
• Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people in the property
• Remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area
• Secure all exits, doors and windows after end of operations
• Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts
• Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions
• Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation
• Provide assistance to people in need
• Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities
• Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrence

Skills

• Proven experience as security officer or guard
• Prior Military or Law Enforcement is a plus
• Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety
• Familiarity with report writing
• Excellent surveillance and observation skills
• Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems
• Trained in First Aid/BLS and self-defense
• Registered as a security officer
• High School diploma is required
• Prior Military or Law Enforcement is a plus