Armed Security Officer - Experience Required
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Houston, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeHigh School Or EquivalentEnterprise
Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentEnterprise
Job Summary
Conduct armed patrols, access control, and CCTV/alarm monitoring to protect people and property. Handle security issues and emergency situations per protocol, report breaches verbally and in writing, and enforce site-specific operations. Greet visitors and employees, answer phones, and mediate conflicts with tact. Requires 1+ years armed security or law enforcement experience, federal/state firearms qualifications, and NWDTP certification. Full-time role in Houston, TX, with ongoing paid training and career growth opportunities.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ Years' Armed Security/Law Enforcement/Military Experience
- 21+ Years of Age
- Armed Guard Card/License
- 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
- 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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