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Allied Universal

Armed Security Officer - License Required

gallup, NM

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Allied Universal lists this Armed Security Officer - License Required opportunity in gallup, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Company Overview:

International Protective Service, Inc., an Allied Universal® 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.

Join Our Team: We are currently hiring Armed Security Officers for a New Location in Gallup, NM!

Pays $28.00 Per Hour

Armed Officer

This role requires an active L-3 state armed security guard license and 6+ months of prior law enforcement, military, OR security experience.

International Protective Service, Inc., an Allied Universal® Company, is hiring Licensed Armed Security Officers in Gallup, NM. The Armed Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our Armed Security Officers allow us to accomplish our company’s core purpose which is “to service, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities.” Armed Security Officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide high quality armed security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information

Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information

Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site

Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.

Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information

Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate

Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

Active State Armed Security Level Three Guard License

Six (6) or more Months of experience as a prior law enforcement, military, or armed security professional

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

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

Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public

Excellent oral and written interpersonal communication skills; able to articulate and write clear and concise incident or situation reports; able to effectively convey information to the public, client representatives, and fellow employees

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

Able to complete all range qualifications and functions

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Worksite address

gallup, NM, 87302, US

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