Police/ Military: Armed Security Officer

Garda World Security; McLean (VA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

GardaWorld Security is seeking a Tactical Security Officer in McLean, VA. The role involves patrolling various environments, responding to incidents, and ensuring safety. Candidates must have strong observation skills, customer service experience, and relevant military or law enforcement background. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with competitive pay and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance Options

Uniform Provided

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of customer service experience.
• Must have military or law enforcement experience of at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Patrol sensitive areas to spot suspicious activity.
• Document incidents and actions taken.

Skills

Customer Service

Observation

Communication

Education

High School Education or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Job Description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer!

McLean VA : Please apply using an email address that you can check for further communication from a recruiter!

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard?

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.

What’s in it for you:

• Schedule: Open availability for scheduling required for weekdays and weekends. Must be available to work mornings, evenings, and overnights. Days off could vary and weekends are required. This is a flex schedule. Would not guarantee full time hours. Hours are dependable on the site needs. Selected individual will need to have open availability.
• Competitive hourly wage of $32.45/ Hr (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options (depending on the hours worked)
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Tactical Security Guard

• Excellent customer service is always your top priority.
• You observe, survey the area and provide reporting on activity at your assigned location.
• You provide rapid response in critical situations.
• You’re good with reading and writing detailed reports.
• You know when and how to enforce customer procedures, regulations and standards.
• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience with customer service
• At least 1 year of experience with Microsoft Office or Google Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have previous law enforcement or military experience
• Ability to multitask and synthesize large of amounts of information quickly
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Have an active Armed DCJS
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check, online armed assessments, gun range assessment, drug and physical assessments, and various other trainings to be hired
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office.
• Must have soft skills and be able to manage various types of personalities.
• Must consistently maintain an excellent uniform appearance.
• Must be accountable and possess the ability to hold subordinate officers accountable.
• 3 or more years of US military or US police law enforcement service is required.
• 2 or more years of verifiable armed DCJS experience required.
• Must be able to pass a physical fitness test consisting of running, push ups, and step ups.

Per contractual agreements with our clients, your professional background must include the minimum of the following in order to be hired:

• You have a high school education or equivalent (GED). Or a college degree/transcript
• You’re able to ace (and pass) an extensive background screening and drug test screening process
• You are at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements.
• Excellent customer service is always your top priority.
• You observe, survey the area, and provide reporting on activity at your assigned location.
• You provide rapid response in critical situations.
• You’re good with reading and writing detailed reports.

Qualifications of Tactical Security Guard

• You have a high school education or equivalent (GED)
• You have Military, and/or Law Enforcement experience of at least 3 years or more
• You have an active DCJS
• You are at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements,
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to ace (and pass) an extensive background and drug screening process
• First aid certification is an asset

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.

Virginia Licensure 11-6404

Qualifications

Education