Jacksonville, FL - Unarmed / Armed Security (Incumbent)

FCS Security Services, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

First Coast Security Services, Inc. is seeking motivated Security Officers to provide professional security services in Jacksonville, Florida and surrounding areas.

Officers protect client property, employees, visitors, and premises while maintaining a safe, secure environment. Responsibilities include controlling access, monitoring entrances, conducting patrols, responding to incidents, maintaining order, and enforcing client and company policies.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older as required by policy.
• Florida Unarmed Guard Card required and maintained.
• Must pass background and drug screenings.
• Must stand or walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Two years of unarmed security or law enforcement experience OR two years of U.S. Armed Forces service.
• High School Diploma or GED or 60 credits in related field.

Responsibilities

• Control access to client facilities through admittance and screening procedures.
• Assist authorized visitors and employees with entry to facilities.
• Monitor entrances, exits, parking areas, and movement of people and vehicles.
• Prevent unauthorized entry and respond to disturbances.
• Conduct foot patrols in assigned areas.
• Prepare accurate security logs and incident reports.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents per established procedures.
• Perform other security duties as required for the posted post.

Skills

English proficiency

Reliability

Written reporting

Physical stamina

Licensing compliance

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

60 college credits in related field

Job description

First Coast Security Services, Inc. provides security services nationwide. We are seeking Security Officers to provide professional security services in Jacksonville, Florida and surrounding areas. Security Officers are responsible for protecting client property, employees, visitors, and premises while maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Officers are responsible for access control, monitoring entrances and exits, conducting patrols, responding to incidents, maintaining order, and enforcing client and company policies and procedures pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the premises.

Responsibilities

• Control access to client facilities through established admittance and screening procedures.
• Assist authorized visitors and employees with gaining entry to the facility.
• Monitor entrances, exits, parking areas, and the movement of people and vehicles.
• Prevent unauthorized or unlawful entry and respond appropriately to disturbances.
• Conduct foot patrols throughout assigned areas.
• Prepare accurate security logs and incident reports.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents according to established procedures.
• Perform other security-related duties as required for the assigned post.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Florida Unarmed Guard Card.
• Must fluently speak, read, and comprehend English and compose coherent written reports in English.
• Must maintain all required licenses, permits, and certifications.
• Must successfully pass required background and controlled-substance screenings.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be reliable, professional, and able to perform the essential duties of the position.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of unarmed security or law enforcement experience; OR
• Minimum of two (2) years of honorable service in any U.S. Armed Forces component.

Education

• High School Diploma; OR
• GED; OR
• Minimum of 60 credit hours in a related field from an accredited institution