Armed Security Officer Federal Facilities St Thomas

Armed Security Officer - FPS/DHS Contract

Allied Universal is actively hiring candidates for Part Time Armed Protective Security Officer Billingual positions in St Thomas, Puerto Rico

Allied Universal 's Officers are the foundation of success at Allied Universal . The goal is to create and preserve an environment where employees, visitors, and properties are safe and well-protected. Working with Allied Universal offers a variety of employment opportunities for your unique career plan! Whether you are a part-timer, or a careerist Allied Universal gives you the training and development to learn and grow.

Pay rate: $28.84* per hour

• $23.10 per hour + $5.03 Health and Wellfare + $0.71 Benefits

The Perks:

• Best Job in the area
• Predominately Monday-Friday work Schedule upon operations requirements
• Most Federal Holidays off
• Sick and Vacation hours accrual according to local labor law
• 401K for full time positions upon eligibility requirements
• Opportunities for additional training to aid in your development.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property.
• Build, improve, and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests.
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing.
• Handle security issues and emergencies according to Federal protocol.
• Understand site-specific operations including manuals and post orders.
• Greet visitors and employees in a cheerful and welcoming manner.
• Answer questions and assist visitors and employees.
• Remain flexible to ever-changing environment; adapts well to different situations.
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle.
• Answer phones and greet guests and employees.
• Monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms in mostly all locations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements AND possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must meet at least ONE of the following italicized criteria:
  • Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience
  • Minimum of two (2) years of service in National Guard service (active or reserve), Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
  • Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) and raining, or
  • Successful completion of police officers' standard training courses.
  • Candidates should have prior firearms 2 years’ experience.
• DHS Homeland Security Federal Protective Service Clearance preferred or be subject for a clearance process on time.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills required, verbal and written fluency in English is required.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing for public interaction and report writing.
• Neat and professional appearance.
• Friendly and professional demeanor.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Ability to handle emergencies efficiently and effectively at client sites.
• Candidates must complete pre-employment background, drug screen, physical exam, and reference check.
• Firearms License under St. Thomas jurisdiction and armed registered according to USVI Police Department.