Security Officer; Armed (Sheriff's Office)

Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS is seeking a security officer to guard government buildings, monitor entry points, and patrol properties. You will check IDs, operate metal detectors, and respond to threats with vigilance.

Applicants must pass post-offer background checks, a physical exam, and weapon qualifications (Taser and OC). A valid driver's license is required; weekend/holiday shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 21 years of age.
• Must pass basic security course and weapons qualifications.
• Must qualify with Taser and pass OC qualification.
• Valid driver’s license required at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Provide security to Unified Government buildings, employees and citizens.
• Check people entering facilities and monitor metal detectors.
• Patrol buildings and surrounding properties.
• Construct professional reports and testify in court when needed.
• Operate alarms, computers, and panic devices; may use firearms/TASER if necessary.
• Work non-traditional hours including weekends/holidays.

Skills

Report writing

Security awareness

Defensive tactics

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Taser qualified

Firearms qualified

OC qualification

Security equipment

Job description

As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.

Responsible for providing security to the Unified Government buildings, employees, and citizens. Duties include checking people entering facilities, monitoring metal detectors and patrolling buildings and their respective properties. Construct professional reports and testify in court, as needed. Utilize varying pieces of equipment including fire alarms, computers and panic alarms. Must be able to effectively use firearms and taser, if necessary. This position is subject to working non-traditional hours including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications:

High school Diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job and 21 years of age. Must be able to pass basic security course and pass semi-annual weapons qualifications. Course involves handcuffing, responding to active threats and defensive tactics. Must qualify with a Conducted Electrical Weapon (Taser) and pass OC qualification. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, including those pertaining to search and seizure, as well as knowledge in security procedures, methods and protocol. Valid Driver’s License required at the time of application.

$24.73 per hour

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.

If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call [phone]or email [e-mail].

Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS