Senior Security Officer (Armed)

Guilford County; Fisher Park (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Guilford County is seeking a Senior Security Officer (Armed) to provide armed security for county-owned properties, respond to incidents, and supervise security personnel. The position requires a high school diploma, three years of relevant experience, and effective communication skills. Candidates must obtain Armed Security Guard Registration with the state and undergo a background investigation. This full-time role will require availability for all shifts and compliance with special qualifications.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in security, military, law enforcement.
• At least one year of armed experience in a related field.
• Must pass Defensive Driving (4D) Course.

Responsibilities

• Provides armed security for County property, making periodic checks.
• Responds to alarms, disturbances, and incidents.
• Supervises County and contract security officers.

Skills

Supervisory techniques

Verbal and written communication

De-escalation skills

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Job description

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$43,047.00 - $50,580.00 Annually

Location

Full Time

Job Number

03693

Security Department

Opening Date

06/06/2025

Closing Date

12/31/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Description

Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

This is an armed security service position providing security for County owned property.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class provides armed security for all County owned property. Responds to provide security services for County facilities in Greensboro and High Point. This position supervises County Security Officers and contract security officers. Duties include responding to calls, escorts, all alarms, disturbances, incidents and emergencies that may arise. Monitors CCTVs and other recording/monitoring devices as well as dispatching duties as needed. Perform any other security related duties as assigned by the Security Director, Assistant Security Director, Captain or First Lieutenant.

Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Provides armed security for County property making periodic checks 24 hours a day.
• Responds to any and all alarms, disturbances and incidents that may occur.
• Patrols parking lots ensuring adequate services are being followed.
• Supervises County and contract security officers to ensure adequate services are being rendered.
• Patrols floors and interacts with employees and customers.
• Writes reports, sends emails and keeps up with day to day operations.
• Performs other duties as required by manpower including but not limited to control room operations, static positions, equipment maintenance, escort services.
• Show and maintain proficiency with pepper spray, baton, taser and CPR/AED.
• Possess de-escalation skills.

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of management practices and supervisory techniques sufficient to supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Knowledge of effective verbal and written communication techniques and methods sufficient to document analysis of facts and interact with all types of personnel and the public.
• Knowledge of staffing and scheduling of staff. *REMOVE
• Knowledge of electronic and video security monitoring devices and maintenance procedures.

• Knowledge of information transfer including deductive reasoning, inference, and otheraspectsof logic.Possess de-escalation skills

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent AND three years of experience in security, military, law enforcement or related field AND at least one year of armed experience in security, military, law enforcement or related field.

• Will be required to obtain Armed Security Guard Registration with the State of North Carolina and re-qualify annually with service handgun.

• Must pass Defensive Driving (4D) Course.

• Must be available for all shifts.

• Subject to 24-hour emergency call in.

Note: If you are qualifying based on military experience, please specify, 'MOS','AFSC' within application. Please include attach a copy of military DD214.

Note: Applicants must attach a copy conferred degree or an unofficial transcript to their application before submitting. Failure to include this documentation may result in the delay of your application process. An official transcript will be required no later than the date of hire.

Necessary Special Qualifications

No felony or first-degree misdemeanor convictions directly related to responsibilities of the position. All applicants will be required to undergo a thorough security background investigation and psychological evaluation. Valid driver’s license.

Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.