Armed Security Officer
$82,784–$82,784 year
On-siteLihue, Hawaii, United States
Job Summary
Conduct armed patrols, manage access control, and monitor CCTV and alarm systems to ensure facility safety. Handle security issues and emergencies per protocol while reporting breaches verbally and in writing. Greet visitors, answer phones, and assist clients as needed. Maintain effective relationships with client employees and enforce site-specific operations. Requires 2+ years of armed security, military, or law enforcement experience; federal and state firearms qualifications, NWDTP certification, and defensive tactics training are mandatory. Must possess a current driver's license and Basic Life Support CPR/AED certification.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ Years' Law Enforcement/Military Police/Corrections Experience (C140)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 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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