Armed Security Officer – Facility Access & Response

Colonial Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a FAA Level III Armed Security Officer to protect FAA facilities and assets. The role covers access control, screening, patrols, incident response, and report writing, with emphasis on adherence to post orders and safety procedures.

The position requires U.S. Citizenship, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to pass FAA security requirements. This part-time, on-site role offers involvement with federal security operations and emergency readiness.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• U.S. Citizen status required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum security-related experience as outlined in FAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide access control and deny entry to unauthorized personnel or vehicles.
• Screen visitors, vehicles, mail, and items using approved methods.
• Enforce facility rules and post orders.
• Issue visitor badges and temporary passes as required.
• Conduct roving patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, trespassing and suspicious activities.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies and document actions.
• Monitor and analyze activity with surveillance equipment.
• Conduct building and vehicle inspections.
• Direct traffic, parking and pedestrian flow.
• Manage gate and building openings as needed.
• Handle keys, access cards, and combinations securely.
• Maintain communications with security team and facilities staff.
• Submit daily activity reports and incident reports.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Access control

Screening

Patrol

Emergency response

Video surveillance

Incident reporting

Communications

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

U.S. Citizenship

Tools

Metal detectors

X-ray equipment

CCTV systems

Two-way radios

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking a FAA Level III Armed Security Officer to protect FAA facilities and assets. The role covers access control, screening, patrols, incident response, and report writing, with emphasis on adherence to post orders and safety procedures.

The position requires U.S. Citizenship, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to pass FAA security requirements. This part-time, on-site role offers involvement with federal security operations and emergency readiness.