Armed Officer - Facility Security
$68,640–$68,640 year
On-siteNew Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Conduct armed patrols, manage access control, and monitor CCTV and alarm systems to protect high-profile customers and their property. Respond to emergencies, handle security incidents, and report breaches verbally and in writing while enforcing site-specific protocols. Greet visitors, answer phones, and assist guests as needed to maintain effective relationships with client employees. This role requires a current Armed Guard Card, federal and state firearms qualifications, and NWDTP certification, along with Basic Life Support and defensive tactics training. Applicants must have at least two years of armed security experience or equivalent military or law enforcement background. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, this position offers a weekly pay rate of $33.00 with health insurance and retirement plan eligibility.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ Years' Armed Security/Law Enforcement/Military Experience
- 21+ Years of Age
- Armed Guard Card/License
- Current driver's license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle
- 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
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- 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
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