Armed Security Specialist - Field Patrol (Kodiak)

APSi; Kodiak (AK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

APSI is seeking an Armed Security Guard for Kodiak, AK. The role involves fixed-post, mobile, and foot patrols, maintaining situational awareness, and following post orders and facility protocols.

Shifts may include full-time, part-time, or on-call duties in challenging weather and conditions. The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid State Armed Guard card, a clean driving record, and English fluency.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in speaking and writing English.

Responsibilities

• Keep supervisors and managers informed of unusual occurrences and important events as detailed in post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines, and protocols.
• Monitor alarms, radio traffic and other information sources. Dispatch or inform others as needed and authorized.
• Report and address fire alarms, burglar alarms, requests for assistance and criminal acts; including vandalism, theft, illegal entry or attempted entry, suspicious behavior, domestic or workplace violence, threats, vehicle violations, illegal drug use, and misuse of facility equipment.
• Stop, screen, inquire, and inspect vehicles and pedestrians entering/exiting the facility.
• Prevent passage of prohibited articles onto or from client facility.
• Escort individuals or vehicles according to post orders and protocols.
• Use portable radios, phones, or other communication devices according to rules.
• Monitor APSI and client equipment; guard against loss or damage; report any loss or damage.
• Log in Property Pass numbers for authorized property/equipment movements.
• Ensure security of government property and detain personnel as needed and report unauthorized removal.
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections of buildings and facilities.
• Issue required vehicle passes to authorize personnel.
• Monitor access control and RFID systems; respond to alarms indicating unauthorized removal.
• Grant access during non-working hours to authorized personnel.

Skills

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Armed Guard card

Job description

APSI is seeking an Armed Security Guard for Kodiak, AK. The role involves fixed-post, mobile, and foot patrols, maintaining situational awareness, and following post orders and facility protocols.

Shifts may include full-time, part-time, or on-call duties in challenging weather and conditions. The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid State Armed Guard card, a clean driving record, and English fluency.