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Midwest Security Forces

FULL TIME - ARMED SECURITY OFFICER - SOUTH HOLLAND, IL

south holland, IL

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Midwest Security Forces lists this FULL TIME - ARMED SECURITY OFFICER - SOUTH HOLLAND, IL opportunity in south holland, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Unarmed Security OfficerMidwest Security Forces is seeking highly experienced applicants to fill immediate Unarmed Security Officer positions in a residential community in South Holland, IL. This position requires prior unarmed security, law enforcement, or military experience. The ideal candidate will have strong observational skills, excellent operational judgment, and the ability to respond swiftly and appropriately to security threats. We have full-time and part-time positions available. General Armed Security responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Provide excellent customer service to our client's staff, residents, and visitorsSecure the premises and establish a friendly on-site presenceObserve, survey, and report activities at the assigned siteRemain vigilant and proactively identify security concernsRespond quickly and appropriately to critical situationsEnforce client procedures, regulations, and standardsMust have strong decision making and problem-solving skillsMust be customer service orientedMust have the ability to pay close attention to detailMust be able to stand for long periods of timeMust have strong communication skillsAbility to read and write detailed reportsAbility to work within a structured team environmentMust consistently maintain personal hygiene and a well-groomed appearanceQualifications:Possess at least a high school education or equivalent (GED)Authorized to work in the United StatesMust be at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable lawEffective written and verbal communicationSecurity Officer experience required. Police experience preferredMust have a valid driver's license with clean driving historyMust have reliable means of transportation to and from workMust be able to pass pre-employment drug screeningMust be able to pass pre-employment background checkMust possess valid IL PERC CardBenefits are available for Full Time employees:Leave: Paid holidays, Vacation/paid time offInsurance: Medical, Dental, Life, VisionMidwest Security Forces, LLC was formed in January 2006 when we acquired a previous security company that was local to Northwest Indiana. We provide armed and unarmed Security Officers as well as marked patrol vehicles. We started with about 30 employees and have grown the company to over 160 employees working in Illinois and Indiana. This growth is largely due to our dedicated team and our layered management structure. Midwest Security has an executive management staff with over 70 years combined experience in local law enforcement, military, and private industry.Midwest Security clients include retail shopping centers, professional office parks, high-rise buildings, highway travel centers, industrial facilities, banks, gated residential communities, health care facilities, and more. We are proud of our long-standing relationships with our clients; many of our clients have been with us since we began. Our hands-on approach and responsiveness to every situation is what sets us apart from others. Our executive team receives alerts 24/7 so we can respond immediately when there is an issue at an account. Midwest Security Forces is a family-owned business that personally cares about our employees and clients.Midwest Security Forces strives to be the best provider of security services in the Midwestern United States. We aim to set the standard of excellence in the eyes of our customers, employees, and public.Midwest Security Forces is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group.

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south holland, IL, 60473, US

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