Courthouse - Armed Security Officer

Tri-Cities Monitoring Inc.; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services company is seeking armed security officers in Walla Walla, WA. Responsibilities include monitoring courthouse security and ensuring the safety of staff and visitors. Candidates must have a clean driving record and relevant certifications, along with previous law enforcement or military experience. This role requires effective communication and the ability to maintain a professional appearance. The company promotes a drug-free environment and adheres to a zero-tolerance drug policy.

Qualifications

• Must have current LEO commission, previously commissioned LEO, Corrections, Military.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certified; certification available in-house.
• Valid driving license with clear driving record.
• Pass extensive background investigation.
• Flexible daily/weekly schedule.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification; in-house if not already.
• Pass TCM firearm qualification.
• Must possess firearm.
• Present Washington State CWP.
• Defensive tactics and restraint experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate security for admittance into public courthouses.
• Safeguard the facilities, adhering to Washington State laws.
• Maintain a professional uniform appearance.

Skills

Verbal de-escalation skills

Effective communication

Flexibility in schedule

Flexible schedule

Armed security experience

Tools

Smart phone for communication

Firearm possession

Job description

TCM provides professionally trained screening positions & armed courthouse security officers who are responsible for facilitating day to day security for admittance into public courthouses. Providing a secure facility for citizens, clerks, judges, commissioners, & support staff alike.

People without current or previous employment as law enforcement, DOC, or military, will not be considered for this position.

ALL security positions are also responsible for safeguarding the facilities. All hired personnel are required to follow all Washington State RCW's for armed security laws and TCM's policies, provide written documentation to supervisors of any event when required.

Hired personnel must have the capability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, and have verbal de-escalation skills.

All hired personnel are required to maintain a professional uniform appearance and possess a smart phone for time and attendance recording and communication. TCM is an equal opportunity employer. TCM is a DRUG FREE workplace. TCM adheres to a Federal Drug Policy which is ZERO TOLERANCE for drugs of any kind.

Mandatory requirements:

• Must have current LEO commission, previously commissioned LEO, Corrections, Military.
• Prior Screening experience is great, but not required. OJT will be the expected standard.
• Must be 21 years of age to obtain an armed security license.
• Pass extensive background investigation.
• Flexibility in daily, weekly schedule.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certified - will certify in-house if not already certified.
• Pass TCM Firearm qualification.
• Possess own Firearm.
• Possess current Washington State CWP.
• Prior defensive tactics and restraint experience - which should exist due to your previous professional experience.
• Able to stand/walk/kneel for a long period of time.
• Valid driving license w/clear driving record - TCM will run your driving record to ensure it is clear.
• Submit to pre-employment drug testing and random UA's when ordered.
• Be able to provide TCM with your documented experience, certifications, credentials, etc...
• Submit 2 professional references as well as 2 personal references with your cover letter/resume. References are checked. Must include; Name, number, email address, how long known, how professional relationship started (boss,coworker, etc).

All required testing will be performed at the expense of Company after a job offer has been made and accepted by you. A licensed lab will conduct the drug screening. Any results back that do not comply with our company standards, will immediately terminate your employment opportunity with Company, and any job offer will be rescinded.