Armed Executive Protection Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Job description  

 

WHO ARE WE?  

GXC Inc. is a Certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned and Minority Owned Business Enterprise who specializes in protection of critical assets through the implementation of cutting-edge technology, innovative processes, and adaptation of current protection-based industry standards. Our team is comprised of military veterans and former DHS Executives who understand the evolving requirements of protection and risk mitigation. GXC offers the full spectrum of professional security services, focusing on Armed and Unarmed Protective Security Officer Services, Screening Services, Patrol and Response, Metal Detector and X-Ray Screening Technology, Training, Customer Service, and Personal Protection.

 

OUR MISSION  

To provide the utmost in transparency to our customers while establishing, embracing, and executing standards of excellence which set us apart from our competition.

 

OUR VISION  

To remain an organization who has embraced diversity and does not look to convenient paths of execution, but rather espouses the determination and will to overcome any administrative, technical, or financial obstruction while remaining a trusted industry leader, without undue hesitation.

 

WHO ARE YOU?  

Passionate and motivated. Driven, Resourceful, Innovative, Forward-thinking, and Committed. At GXC Inc., our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on! 

 

GXC Inc. is seeking unique Executive Protection Officers to maintain an environment that is safe and comfortable for our client’s guests and employees while armed. The Executive Protection Officer is the first line of security. Serving as protection specialists, they will protect critical assets for each event, respond to emergencies, perform general security duties, and document unusual incidents. The Executive Protection Officer must work as a member of the Security team, act professionally, and demonstrate courtesy and respect to all. This position will require fulfillment by several armed officers.

 

Essential Functions : 

• Always maintaining and securing your weapon.
• Enforces the rules of conduct for all patrons and visitors.
• Periodically tours building and grounds, examining doors and windows to determine whether they are secure and not tampered with.
• Confronts unauthorized persons for questioning and call for assistance from the security office or police, according to the circumstances.
• Ensures that guests, staff, and other outside contractors adhere to the rules of security to prevent theft, fire, damage, and personal injury
• Provide security presence at special events, including private screenings, parties, etc.
• Write comprehensive reports of incidents to assist with investigations and documentation of incidents.
• Reports any unusual conditions or malfunctions in heating, plumbing, electrical or other parts of the building's mechanical systems to facilities services.
• Utilize Tracktik as part of the security strategy.
• Required to work at any assigned post and other facilities as needed
• Performs related duties as required
• Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the venue’s security plan; maintain an orderly post and always remain at the post unless otherwise directed by a supervisor.
• Actively respond to incidents or other issues in the venue that threaten the safety of guests
• Report unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the on-duty supervisor in a timely manner
• Complete proper documentation related to incident and misconduct reports
• Monitor venue grounds and entrances to ensure only authorized personnel and authorized visitors access
• When assigned to the main entrance, ensure all guests follow entry screening process
• Exercise dignity and respect when always interacting with guests
• Lead efforts to de-escalate inappropriate behaviors
• Must be able to physically stand on post and/or remain mobile for the full duration of the shift
• Required to complete all assigned trainings timely

Schedule:

This is a part-time position.

Physical and Mental Functions:

• Requires prolonged standing.
• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• Occasional stooping, crouching, bending, crawling, and reaching.
• Some fine motor skill use required
• Must work outdoors year-round
• Must work in noisy and crowded environments.
• Must work in temperature extremes and in some varying atmospheric conditions.
• Generally, job requires 10% walking, and 90% standing.

Qualifications:

• Active or Retired Law Enforcement HIGHLY PREFFERED
• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of prior armed security experience
• Completed Background Check and Drug Testing
• Must have a valid New York State issued ARMED Security Guard License
• Must complete all state firearms training and maintain regular weapons qualification records as required

Initial Training Requirements:

• 8 Hour Pre – Assignment Training
• 16 Hour On-The- Job Training (OJT)
• 47 Hour firearms Training

Annual Firearms Requirements:

• 8 Hour Annual In-Service Training
• 8 Hour Annual Firearms Training
  

GXC requires all employees to complete additional position specific company trainings timely

Salary:

The probationary salary is $40.00 per hour.

GXC Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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