Armed Security Guard - Galveston - APSI

Security Guard is responsible for performing fixed‑post, mobile, or foot patrols while maintaining situational awareness and making decisions consistent with established post orders, facility rules, guidelines, and protocols. Duties may include work in austere and uncomfortable conditions for prolonged periods, including inclement weather, while performing walking, standing, searching, and surveillance duties essential to security functions. Pay : $17.90/hour + $5.09/hour H&W. Required qualification : Applicants must possess a state‑issued guard card before being hired. Key Responsibilities Keep supervisors and managers informed of unusual occurrences and important events as detailed in post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines, and protocols. Monitor alarms, radio traffic and other information sources. Dispatch or inform others as needed and authorized. Report and appropriately address fire alarms, burglary alarms, requests for assistance and criminal acts; including vandalism, theft, illegal entry or attempted entry, suspicious behavior, domestic or workplace violence, threats, speed or other vehicle violations, illegal drug use, and inappropriate use of facility or client equipment or property. Stop, screen, inquire, and inspect vehicles and pedestrians entering and/or exiting the facility as directed by post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines, and protocols. Prevent passage of prohibited articles onto or from client facility. Escort individuals or vehicles in accordance with post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines and protocols. Use portable radios, phones, or other communication devices appropriately and according to established rules. Monitor all APSI and client equipment; guard against loss or damage; report any such loss or damage immediately to a supervisor or manager. Log authorized property/equipment movements with Property Pass numbers. Ensure the security of government property, detaining personnel, and report anyone involved with unauthorized property/equipment removal. Conduct regular patrols and inspections of buildings and facilities. Issue required vehicle passes to authorize personnel. Monitor electronic access control and report violations. Monitor RFID systems and respond to alarms indicating unauthorized removal of government property. Grant access to areas during non‑working hours to authorized personnel in accordance with established procedures and access lists. Monitor facility equipment and utility systems and report deficiencies to personnel responsible for repairs. Perform random surveillance of buildings for detection of unauthorized or inappropriate activity. Perform random surveillance of fence lines for breaches and the detection of unauthorized removal of government property, illegal or inappropriate activity. Provide additional security support for scheduled events that may occur during or after duty hours or for unscheduled emergencies as requested by supervisor. Maintain activity logs and administrative documents as required by contract. Contact, assist, and cooperate with local, state, or federal law enforcement; locate, retain, and protect necessary evidence; testify as necessary in judicial and administrative proceedings. Other duties as assigned. Access to government facilities/installations specific to this position is mandatory. The Government reserves the right to deny or revoke access to these facilities for reasons related to misconduct or security, which would result in termination of employment. Supervision None Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 2 years of security/civilian law enforcement experience or an equivalent position with the United States Armed Forces (military). One year of work experience demonstrating the ability to follow directions, meet attendance requirements, and complete the training necessary to certify with the State. Fluent in speaking and writing English. Must pass criminal background screen, drug test, and physical exam. State‑issued Guard card before being hired. Preferred Qualifications First Aid/CPR certification. Prior experience with the Glock platform. Basic computer skills. Shareholder preference for qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses as per PL 93‑638. Core Competencies Communication, oral – Effective spoken communication. Communication, written – Clear and concise written communication. Self‑motivated – Internally inspired to perform tasks to the best of one’s ability. Team builder/worker – Ability to inspire and work within a group toward a goal. Organized – Performs tasks systematically and remains organized. Time management – Utilizes available time to meet deadlines. Flexible – Adjusts to dynamic workflows and reprioritizes as needed. Physical Demands The position may require extensive sitting, watching monitors, walking around the facility outdoors in rain, wind or other poor weather conditions, kneeling and stooping to look under or inside vehicles or containers. Duties may include lifting or moving objects from 10 to 100 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Schedule Rotating shifts, times, days as scheduled to meet contract requirements. Night and weekend work required. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is a protected veteran and persons with disabilities, equal opportunity employer. The employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr APSi