Patrol Officer

GSSC (General Security Services Corporation); Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

PTO

401k with company match

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Referral bonus

Job summary

General Security Services Corporation (GSSC) DBA Midwest Patrol is seeking an immediate full-time Fargo Patrol Officer. The role includes responding to both armed and unarmed patrol assignments, alarm responses, and security enforcement with training provided.

Paid advanced training covers defensive tactics, weapons, driving, and procedures. Benefits include PTO, 401(k) matching, and growth opportunities. Prior security or military experience is preferred; weekend availability required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be a US citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass state and federal background checks and drug screen.
• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain driving record.
• Must successfully complete GSSC Basic Training.
• One year of security experience (military, law enforcement, corrections or security preferred).
• Ability to meet licensing requirements for Security Officers.

Responsibilities

• Provide guarded security presence and operate a patrol vehicle.
• Check for unsafe conditions, hazards, and security violations.
• Inspect buildings, grounds, and access devices.
• Respond to alarms and rapid response needs.
• Perform inspections per client contracts and provide parking lot patrols.
• Escort clients as assigned and requested.
• Notify staff of emergencies and problems at accounts.
• Assist with problems and emergencies.
• Maintain communication with clients and staff.
• Process inspections and incident reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure patrol service delivery aligns with contracts and mission goals.

Skills

English proficiency

Security experience

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Professional attitude

Administrative skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SharePoint

Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

PowerPoint

Job description

Intro

General Security Services Corporation (GSSC) DBA Midwest Patrol is seeking to fill an immediate full-time Fargo Patrol Officer position. Since 1946 GSSC has been committed to keeping our community safe. Patrol Officers will be trained and able to respond to work in a variety of armed and unarmed security patrol assignments, to include alarm response, security enforcement & intervention.

Intro

General Security Services Corporation (GSSC) DBA Midwest Patrol is seeking to fill an immediate full-time Fargo Patrol Officer position. Since 1946 GSSC has been committed to keeping our community safe. Patrol Officers will be trained and able to respond to work in a variety of armed and unarmed security patrol assignments, to include alarm response, security enforcement & intervention.

Paid advanced training includes defensive tactics, ASP (police baton), OC spray deployment, handcuffing, firearms, tactical shooting, and defensive driving. Must have previous Security, Law Enforcement or Military experience or training. Previous patrol experience or armed security experience is a plus, but not required.

Hours

• Full-time hours, weekend availability required.
• 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (40 hours / week)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation & PTO
• Progressive pay increases
• 401k with company match
• Paid training
• Promotional and advancement opportunities are available
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Patrol Officer Job Responsibilities

• Provide shared guarding services to project a security presence, which will include operating a vehicle to perform patrol, inspection, and/or incident response services, alarm calls, service calls, maintains communication contact with appropriate personnel to report status or incidents, or to request additional assistance or response.
• Check for unsafe conditions, hazards, security violations, and unauthorized persons.
• Inspect buildings, grounds, and access devices.
• Respond to alarms and rapid response needs.
• Perform inspections of facilities as requested, per contract agreement, by clients.
• Provide parking lot patrols as required.
• Perform escorts as assigned and requested by clients.
• Notify appropriate personnel of emergencies and problems at accounts as required.
• Assist post Security Officers with problems and emergencies.
• Maintain open lines of communication with clients and staff members.
• Interact with clients and employees during inspections.
• Assist client’s staff members, as necessary.
• Process report inspections and incident reports in a timely and organized manner.
• Ensure effective and consistent delivery of patrol services, per agreement, and intended mission goals.
• Initiate and maintain open lines of communication with patrol personnel.
• Comply with federal regulations and state regulations and statutes as it relates to each assignment.
• Comply with all GSSC’s personnel policies and procedures as well as all specifications as determined by the client’s contract.
• Assist with adult juvenile transport services.
• Maintain equipment inventories and serviceability.
• All other duties as assigned.

Patrol Officer Minimum Qualifications

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must be a US Citizen or an Alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States
• Must pass State & Federal background checks and drug screen
• Must have a valid driver’s license, pass Motor Vehicle Record Check, and maintain appropriate driving record.
• Must successfully complete GSSC Basic Training.
• One year of Security experience (Preference for Military Veteran, Law Enforcement, Corrections or Security related)
• Ability to meet and maintain applicable state, county, and municipal licensing requirements
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), administrative, customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking.
• Ability to project a professional and positive attitude while maintaining confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Officer including SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook Teams and PowerPoint.

Physical, Mental And Environmental Requirements

• Seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly.
• Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to push, pull or drag and adult to safety from hazardous situations.
• Although most work is performed inside, occasional outside activities are subject to seasonal temperature fluctuations.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle for extended periods of time, while frequently safely entering and exiting the motor vehicle.
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county, and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers.

Eeo

We are an EOE/AA/DISABILITY/VETERANS/GENDER NEUTRAL employer. Historically underrepresented candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.