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Alliedbarton Security Services

Armed Security Officer - Experience Needed

effingham, IL

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Alliedbarton Security Services lists this Armed Security Officer - Experience Needed opportunity in effingham, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Overview

Company Overview:

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

Payrate: $39.80 / hour paid WEEKLY

Candidates MUST have 2+ years of armed security experience OR 1+ years of law enforcement experience as a full police officer OR 2+ years of honorable service in a component of the U.S. Armed Forces

Candidates MUST be willing to undergo a thorough federal background check including credit check that can take one to six months to complete

Allied Universal® is hiring an Armed Security Officer. The Armed Security Officer provides armed protective services in accordance with Allied Universal standards for a high profile customer. Duties include armed patrols, access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring, incident reporting, and customer service. The Armed Security Officer will help ensure the safety of customer personnel, visitors, and property by deterring threats, enforcing procedures, and responding to emergencies with professionalism and strict adherence to security protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property

Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests

Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing

Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol

Follow all directives relating to site-specific operations including manuals and post orders

Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed

Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle

Answer phones, monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

High school diploma or equivalent

Current driver’s license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle

Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment

Must possess, or be able to obtain, each of the following: Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid from the AHA or ARC

Federal and state firearms qualifications

National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification

OC, Baton and handcuffing certification

Defensive tactics and de-escalation tactics certification

Must possess one or more of the following: Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience

Minimum of two (2) years of US military service

Minimum of one (1) year full-time armed civilian law enforcement experience

Minimum of 21 years of age, or higher as required by applicable law or contractual requirements

Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors

Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public

Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately; able to speak, read, and write fluently in English

Problem solving skills; able to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately

Attention to detail; able to compile, sort, and interpret data

Active listening skills; able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)

DHS Homeland Security Federal Protective Service Clearance

Associate’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business or a closely related field

BENEFITS:

Health insurance and eligible for our company's retirement plans

Schedules that fit with your personal life goals

Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities

Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information:

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effingham, IL, 62401, US

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