Security Officer (Armed) CA

Paragon Systems; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated armed security officers to ensure the safety of a high-profile location. In this role, you will monitor activities, control access, and respond to emergencies with professionalism and authority. Your responsibilities will include patrolling the premises, inspecting for hazards, and maintaining accurate reports. This position requires strong observational skills and the ability to handle stressful situations effectively. Join a team committed to safety and professionalism, where your contributions will make a real difference in protecting people and property.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong observational skills and the ability to respond to emergencies.
• Security training certification is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Control access to the site and prevent unauthorized entry.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain logs of incidents.

Skills

Observational Skills

Emergency Response

Communication Skills

Patrolling

Education

High School Diploma

Security Training Certification

Tools

Security Equipment

Access Control Systems

Job description

Apply now and review the job details below. Ensure you possess the necessary skills before submitting your application.

This armed security position reports directly to the site manager and involves a variety of security duties at a high-profile location.

Your responsibilities include observing and reporting activities and incidents, ensuring the safety of client property, visitors, and personnel.

As an armed officer, you may need to respond to emergencies using appropriate escalation of force, including armed response, according to the situation and protocol.

You will assist in maintaining order, enforce site regulations, control access, monitor entrances and exits, and prevent unauthorized access.

Some duties may involve patrolling on foot or by vehicle, inspecting for hazards, securing evidence, and preparing reports. The role may involve stressful situations.

Essential Functions

The listed functions describe the core purpose of this job. Specific duties may vary and be documented separately. Not all functions may be required of every employee.

Additional duties may be assigned or modified as needed. All duties are part of the essential functions unless unrelated, in which case they are considered non-essential.

Employees are responsible for performing their duties safely, ethically, and professionally, in accordance with company policies and safety regulations. Unsafe conditions must be reported to supervisors.

All tasks should be performed honestly and in compliance with policies. Employees should seek clarification when unsure about policies or procedures.

Duties Include:

• Controlling access to the site, preventing unauthorized entry, theft, or destruction of assets.
• Assisting visitors and screening for legitimate access.
• Responding to emergencies with appropriate force, maintaining proficiency with equipment and weapons.
• Providing courteous and respectful interactions to foster a positive environment.
• Communicating openly and honestly, providing site information when authorized.
• Monitoring entrances/exits, controlling vehicle and pedestrian movement, and operating access devices.
• Patrolling the site, inspecting for hazards, security violations, and unauthorized persons.
• Protecting incident scenes, setting up barriers, and directing others as needed.
• Maintaining logs and reports accurately and promptly.
• Reporting suspicious activities and incidents to appropriate authorities.
• Responding to incidents like fires, medical emergencies, threats, and weather conditions following established procedures.