Armed Security Officer Santa Ana CA

DIRECT GUARD SERVICES INC; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job security

Competitive pay

Career opportunities

Job summary

DIRECT GUARD SERVICES INC is hiring a Security Officer for full-time or part-time roles in Santa Ana, California. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, significant experience in security or related fields, and proficiency in computer skills. Responsibilities include performing patrols, monitoring entries, and providing top-notch customer service. Offers competitive pay, job security, and career opportunities in a growing security organization.

Qualifications

• Must pass a State licensing test if driving a company-owned or client-provided vehicle.
• Obtain BSIS Guard Card.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
• Survey for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Communicate by use of SilverTrac, radios, telephones and computers.
• Sound alarms or inform police or fire department in case of fire or unauthorized persons.
• Notify violators of rule infractions such as loitering or carrying forbidden articles.
• Monitor entrances and exits and permit authorized persons to enter the property.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.
• Provide assistance to customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.

Skills

Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office

Effective oral and written communication skills

Active listening skills

Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively

Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Introduction

Hiring Now!!

Full Time/Part Time

A rapidly growing Southern California private security organization has an immediate job opportunity for an exemplary Security Officer. As a Security Officer, you will perform common security duties in the protection of persons and property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules, and regulations of the client.

Offers job security, competitive pay, and career opportunities.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle
• Survey for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Communicate by use of SilverTrac, radios, telephones and computers
• Sound alarms or inform police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Notify violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
• Provide assistance to customers, employees and visitors in a courteous and professional manner, providing exceptional customer service

The Ideal Candidate

Education, Licenses and Certifications Required

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Pass a State licensing test if driving a company-owned or client-provided vehicle
• Obtain BSIS Guard Card

Type and Length of Specific Experience Required

• Must possess one or more of the following
• Verifiable work history in any field
• One or more years of verifiable and successful security experience
• Associate's degree or higher in any discipline
• Service in the active duty military, military reserves or National Guard
• Service in auxiliary police or police cadets

Skills Required

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Active listening skills
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively
• Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Attention to detail

Other

• Must be at least 18 years old or the minimum age required by the state, if higher
• Must be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen authorized to legally work in the United States
• Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
• Must be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if prior military

Environment And Physical Requirements

Environment: Indoor and outdoor, temperature ranges from moderate to extreme cold and heat

Major activity: Walking, standing, speaking, listening, observing

Physical efforts to carry out job duties:

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting