Armed Security Officer - All Shifts

Prosegur Security USA, Inc; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosegur Security USA, Inc. is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Olathe, Kansas to protect client assets and personnel at designated locations. This safety-sensitive role requires vigilance, sound judgment, and strict adherence to security protocols.

The position demands experience in law enforcement or equivalent, a valid armed guard license, and certification in arrest control or defensive tactics. Night, weekend, and holiday shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in military police, law enforcement, corrections, or comparable armed security.
• Valid armed guard license as required by state law.
• Legal authorization to carry and operate a firearm per regulations.
• Certification in arrest control or defensive tactics.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local security and firearm laws.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols to identify security risks.
• Deter, detect, and respond to threats professionally.
• Control access points and monitor premises for entry.
• Provide emergency response and coordinate with law enforcement.
• Maintain accurate incident reports and documentation.
• Interact with the public in a professional manner while enforcing site rules.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement or emergency personnel as needed.

Skills

Situational awareness

Verbal communication & de-escalation

Judgment & composure under pressure

Incident documentation

Education

Armed guard license

Defensive tactics certification

Job description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Armed Security Officer to protect client assets, ensure the safety of personnel, and maintain a secure environment at designated locations. This position requires vigilance, sound judgment under pressure, and strict adherence to all security protocols and regulations.

This role is considered safety-sensitive due to responsibilities involving public interaction, emergency response, and the authorized handling of firearms. Candidates must demonstrate professionalism, composure, and the ability to make responsible decisions in high-stress situations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular patrols of assigned areas to identify potential security risks or hazards
• Deter, detect, and respond to security threats or incidents professionally and appropriately
• Control access points and monitor premises to prevent unauthorized entry
• Provide emergency response including de-escalation, detainment support, or coordination with law enforcement when required
• Maintain accurate incident reports and documentation
• Interact with the public in a professional and respectful manner while enforcing site rules
• Coordinate with local law enforcement or emergency personnel as needed

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Experience: Prior experience in Military Police, law enforcement, corrections, or comparable armed security role required
• Licensing: Valid armed guard license where required by state law
• Legal authorization to carry and operate a firearm in accordance with applicable regulations
• Training: Certification in arrest control, restraint techniques, or equivalent defensive tactics
• Regulatory Compliance: Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local security and firearm regulations
• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Post-Offer Employment Requirements

Employment offers for this position are contingent upon successful completion of all post-offer requirements applicable to this safety-sensitive role. These requirements are applied uniformly to all candidates in this job category and may include:

• Background investigation
• Drug screening
• Verification of credentials and licenses
• Role-related fitness-for-duty assessment conducted by a qualified third-party professional

These assessments are intended solely to determine an individual's ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active or recent federal security clearance
• Prior experience protecting federal or critical infrastructure sites
• Training in conflict resolution, crisis response, or security management

Preferred Skills:

• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail
• Effective verbal communication and de-escalation skills
• Professional judgment and emotional composure in high-pressure situations
• Ability to document incidents clearly and accurately

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods
• Ability to respond to incidents that may require physical engagement
• Ability to lift or move objects up to 50 lbs as needed

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