Armed Security Officer - Federal Building
$89,440–$89,440 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Conduct armed patrols, monitor CCTV and alarms, and enforce security protocols at a Federal Building in Lower Manhattan. Handle emergency situations, report breaches verbally and in writing, and manage access control while maintaining relationships with clients and guests. Greet visitors, answer phones, and assist as needed per site-specific directives. Requires a valid NYS armed guard license, NY concealed carry permit, and current driver's license. Full-time role with flexible Monday-Sunday shifts including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and overnights. Pay rate is $43.00 per hour.
Required Qualifications
- Full-time employment
- Monday - Sunday flexibility
- Mornings/Afternoons, Evenings, and Overnights shifts availability
- Valid NYS armed guard license
- Valid NY concealed carry permit
- Current driver's license
- 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
- Ability 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
- Ability to write informatively, clearly, and accurately
- Ability to speak, read, and write fluently in English
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively
- Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately
- Attention to detail
- Ability to compile, sort, and interpret data
- Active listening skills
- Ability 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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