Flex Armed Security Officer - TWIC

NOLA Protection; New Orleans (LA); Presencial; USD 24.000 - 34.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Pay rate: $21.00/hour

Overtime opportunities

Paid training and orientation

Uniform shirts and duty gear

Resumo da vaga

NOLA Protection seeks an Armed Flex Security Officer to provide high-caliber coverage for maritime and commercial sites in New Orleans, LA. The role emphasizes rapid response to call-offs, open shifts, and priority accounts.

Requirements include an active Louisiana armed license, TWIC, and a valid personal firearm. 100% flexible schedule, with on-call readiness and strict adherence to safety standards."

Qualificações

• Strong verbal communication, conflict de-escalation, and situational awareness capabilities.
• Familiarity with maritime facilities and Coast Guard access control procedures (33 CFR Part 105).
• Willingness to work 100% flexible schedule (days/evenings/nights/holidays).

Responsabilidades

• Dynamic Site Coverage across multiple clients and sites.
• Access Control & Asset Protection including TWIC verification.
• Patrols and deterrence of trespass, theft, and unauthorized access.
• Incident Response and reporting with clear daily DARs and documentation.
• Armed presence with strict safety and use-of-force standards.
• Communications with dispatch and management for scheduling changes.

Conhecimentos

Verbal communication

Situational awareness

Conflict de-escalation

Formação

High School Diploma or GED

Ferramentas

Scheduling apps

Descrição da vaga

Flex Armed Security Officer - TWIC (New Orleans, LA)

NOLA Protection Group seeks an experienced, highly dependable Armed Flex Security Officer to support our field operations across various commercial, industrial, and maritime sites. As a Flex Officer, you serve as a key operational asset—providing high-caliber, short-notice coverage for call-offs, open shifts, special details, and priority maritime accounts.

This position requires 100% open schedule availability, active Louisiana armed security credentials, a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), and a reliable personal firearm and Duty Gear.

Key Responsibilities

• Dynamic Site Coverage: Adapt quickly to varied post instructions across multiple clients (industrial facilities, port/maritime access points, commercial properties, and event sites).
• Access Control & Asset Protection: Monitor personnel, visitor, and vehicle entry points; verify TWIC credentials and credentials for maritime or restricted access zones.
• Patrol & Visual Deterrence: Conduct high-visibility foot and/or mobile patrols to deter trespass, theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access.
• Incident Response & Reporting: Respond swiftly to security breaches, alarms, and emergency situations; document all occurrences thoroughly via clear, professional daily activity reports (DARs) and incident documentation.
• Armed Presence: Maintain absolute readiness and strict compliance regarding firearm handling, safety, and use-of-force standards in accordance with state law and company policy.
• Operational Communication: Maintain open contact with dispatch, field supervisors, and management regarding scheduling changes, site updates, and emergency escalations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Mandatory Licensing & Credentials

• LSBPSE Armed License: Must hold a active Armed Security Officer Registration Card issued by the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners.
• TWIC Card: Must possess a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card at the time of application.
• Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age (required for state armed registration).
• Driver’s License: Valid Driver’s License with a clean motor vehicle record and reliable, personal transportation to commute on short notice.

Equipment Requirements

• Duty Weapon: Must own a reliable, state-approved firearm (duty caliber: 9mm, .40 S&W, or .45 ACP) with matching duty gear (Level 2 or 3 retention holster, duty belt, and extra magazines/holders). (Note: Company does not issue personal firearms or holsters).

Availability & Mobility

• 100% Flexible Schedule: Total availability across Days, Evenings, Overnights, Weekends, and Holidays is mandatory.
• On-Call Readiness: Ability to receive, accept, and respond to short-notice call-ins and assignment shifts across the service area.

Physical & Background Standards

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check (no felony convictions or disqualifying misdemeanors) and pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended 8-to-12 hour shifts in various weather conditions (indoor and outdoor posts).

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Minimum 1–2 years of prior armed security, military, or law enforcement experience.
• Familiarity with maritime facilities and Coast Guard access control procedures (33 CFR Part 105).
• Strong verbal communication, conflict de-escalation, and situational awareness capabilities.
• Proficiency with mobile workforce and scheduling apps (e.g., electronic incident reporting and clock-in software).

Benefits & Compensation

• Pay Rate: $21.00 / hour
• Overtime opportunities available
• Paid training and orientation
• Uniform shirts and branded outer outerwear provided (Officer supplies duty belt and sidearm)