Armed Security Officer - Patrol & Incident Response

Cherokee Nation Businesses; Sallisaw (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB) in Oklahoma seeks a security professional to safeguard facilities, guests, vendors, and staff. You will patrol interior and exterior areas, greet visitors, and respond to incidents, providing aid and coordinating with local authorities as needed.

This safety sensitive role requires a CLEET armed security license, the ability to pass custody and weapons training, and a valid driver’s license. Shift work, including weekends, is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and six months of security experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• State CLEET armed security guard license required.
• Ability to acquire Cherokee Nation Armed Security Officer license.
• Working knowledge of firearms and defensive tactics.
• Working knowledge of surveillance video system and chain of evidence maintenance.
• Ability to pass security custody control and weapons training.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provides protection for CNB facilities and reports hazards to leadership.
• Prevents entry with prohibited items; addresses policy violations.
• Patrols CNB facilities both inside and outside.
• Greets guests and provides directions and assistance.
• Aids guests or employees who require help.
• Responds to accidents; performs CPR and first aid when needed.
• Detects suspicious activity and notifies leadership.
• Maintains relations with local law enforcement and fire departments.
• Gathers information and writes detailed incident reports; maintains security logs.
• Performs knowledge of excluded persons in operations.
• Prepares written investigations and patrol reports.
• Interviews witnesses and obtains signatures; complies with laws.
• Monitors cameras across facility as assigned.
• No supervisory responsibilities.
• Work may be in office or outdoors; weather varies.
• May require lifting up to 50lbs.
• Shifts may include weekends and holidays; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Observation & vigilance

Written reporting

Interpersonal communication

Defensive awareness

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Six months security experience

Tools

Surveillance video system

Firearms

Defensive tactics

Job description

Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB) in Oklahoma seeks a security professional to safeguard facilities, guests, vendors, and staff. You will patrol interior and exterior areas, greet visitors, and respond to incidents, providing aid and coordinating with local authorities as needed.

This safety sensitive role requires a CLEET armed security license, the ability to pass custody and weapons training, and a valid driver’s license. Shift work, including weekends, is expected.