Armed Security Officer- Part Time- Downtown OKC

APMEX; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Armed Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of its premises. This part-time role involves monitoring access points, preventing theft, and responding to emergencies. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, with a minimum of 5 years of law enforcement experience, and must hold a valid C.L.E.E.T. Armed Security License. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong decision-making abilities, dependability, and excellent communication skills. Join a company that values its employees and offers a supportive work environment, along with extraordinary benefits like free lunch and paid volunteer opportunities.

Benefits

Free Lunch

Paid Volunteer Opportunities

Lunch and Learns

Free Downtown Parking

Qualifications

• 5+ years in law enforcement with strong observational and communication skills.
• Must possess valid C.L.E.E.T. Armed Security License at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a secure environment by patrolling premises and monitoring personnel.
• Prevent theft and respond to emergencies while adhering to security protocols.

Skills

Decision Making

Dependability

Initiative

Listening Skills

Detailed Observation

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Analytical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Security Software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: APMEX DOWNTOWN - Oklahoma City, OK

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $26.00 - $29.50 Hourly

Description

We are seeking a local candidate for this role!

This position is part time with varied hours between 5:00am and 10:00pm Monday-Friday with weekend availability.

We are seeking a part time Armed Security Officer who is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees and the protection of our property by patrolling the premises and actively monitoring personnel. The Armed Security Officer is also responsible for guarding against theft and adheres to strict security protocols to prevent the unauthorized removal of property. The Armed Security Officer must be of High Integrity and Ethical Behavior, as we are entrusted with the duty of protecting people and high-value property. You must be able to maintain confidentiality, protect privacy, and conform to professional codes of conduct as you can be exposed to sensitive matters and information.

The day in the life of an Armed Security Officer...

• Monitor, screen, and authorize the entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other people in multiple locations.
• Guard against theft of company property while maintaining security of premises.
• Prevent losses and damages by reporting irregularities, instructing violators of policy and procedures.
• Call police, fire, or EMS in cases of emergency as needed.
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances or events.
• Patrol and monitor the premises to prevent and detect signs of unauthorized intrusion, theft, or damage to company property.
• Operate detection devices, such as metal detectors and X-ray machines to screen individuals and property.
• Always follow company and security policies and procedures.
• Adhere to company attendance policy and maintain adequate attendance per department standards.
• Must conduct themselves in a professional, friendly, positive, and supportive manner at all times.
• Perform other security-related duties as assigned.

Other Qualities of an Armed Security Officer:

• Decision Making/Judgment:
  • Promptly recognize problems and react with appropriate response in accordance with laws, regulations, and company policies.
  • Systematically gather all information for assessment to identify root causes.
  • Sort through complex issues and seek input from others for evaluation.
  • Ability to make difficult decisions based upon factual consensus and articulate decisions made to management and others.
• Dependability:
  • Demonstrates commitment to supporting security operations with fluctuating operational schedule changes.
• Initiative:
  • Tackles problems and takes independent action within policies.
• Listening Skills:
  • Listens attentively to others, asks clarifying questions, and stays open to other viewpoints.
• Work Environment/Safety:
  • Projects professionalism, is well-groomed, works well in a team environment, and is considerate of workplace surroundings.

APMEX is a multibillion-dollar ecommerce company that is the leader in Precious Metals. Our employees love our values and culture. Our APMEX team is large enough to get the job done better than anyone else in the industry while being small enough to listen to and care about our employees. Without their dedication, APMEX would not continue to be named the #1 Specialty eRetailer by Internet Retailer Magazine! Join the team today!

Qualifications

Education:
High School diploma required

Experience:

• 5+ years’ experience in law enforcement.
• Detailed observation skills and quick response in making corrective action within protocols.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong comprehensive report writing and analytical skills.
• Fluctuating schedule readiness, as needed.

Certificates & Licenses:

• Active or retired state certified Peace Officer status.
• Must possess valid C.L.E.E.T. Armed Security License at time of application.

Other Requirements:

• Possess CPR, Basic First Aid, AED certifications or willing to be trained for certification.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Outlook and demonstrate the ability to utilize any security and loss prevention software after training.

At APMEX, our employees have access to extraordinary benefits including:

• Free Lunch every day.
• Paid Volunteer Opportunities.
• Lunch and Learns.
• Free Downtown Parking.