ARMED SECURITY ATTENDANT

Job Description

Job Description

ARMED SECURITY IN CHARLOTTE, NC — Full - Time & Part- Time About the Role

Black Ops Protection Agency is hiring Armed Security Attendants to provide an armed security presence at assigned client sites in the Charlotte, NC area. This is an on-site role with schedules that may include nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on contract needs.

Success in this role means maintaining a professional, proactive security posture; following site instructions and reporting requirements; and handling incidents calmly and safely, including de-escalation when situations become heated.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain an armed security presence at the assigned client site in accordance with agency and client procedures.
• Conduct routine site patrols (foot and/or mobile) to observe conditions and deter unauthorized activity.
• Complete accurate log entries documenting site conditions, discoveries, and incidents.
• Observe, report, deter, and detect potential threats or violations in a timely manner.
• Detain, ban, and remove unauthorized visitors when it can be done safely and in accordance with instructions.
• Alert dispatch about any situation that may require escalation and request additional units and/or law enforcement backup as needed.
• Follow all site instructions, post orders, and reporting procedures exactly as directed.
• Support incident response by coordinating actions within the scope of the role and maintaining situational awareness.
• Maintain professional appearance and readiness while wearing agency-issued uniform and equipment.
• Accept and apply job-related constructive feedback to improve performance and compliance.

Requirements

• Must pass initial and all random drug analysis.
• Must have a clean criminal background check.
• Must have a clean driving record, with no speeding tickets or worse within the last 3 years.
• Must hold a current North Carolina Private Protective Services Board (NCPPSB) armed registration.
• Armed certification at hire is preferred; if not yet certified, you must obtain your own armed certificate. BOPA will set up classes and reimburse in increments.
• Must have your own firearm and duty holster.
• If you do not yet have a firearm and duty holster, BOPA may temporarily loan a gun and holster until you purchase your own weapon.
• Must be able to de-escalate heated situations you may encounter while on duty.
• Must have the ability to follow instructions and maintain professionalism under pressure.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from assigned work locations and be punctual.
• Must maintain professional grooming while in uniform.
• 1–3 years of experience in an armed occupation is required (examples: security, armored courier, law enforcement officer, corrections officer, detention officer, private investigator, bail agent, etc.). Military experience is preferred but not required.
• Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Medical benefits may be offered after a 30 to 60 day probationary period.
• Public Safety Attendants receive immediate paid legal representation through U.S. LawShield.
• Paid legal representation support for eligible employees.
• Schedule variety based on contract needs (nights, weekends, and holidays may apply).
• Opportunities for growth through training support for required licensing/certification steps.

Open Positions & Compensation

• Full-Time Armed Attendant (1 position) : 30 hrs/week, 9pm–7am (10 hrs/day; 3 nights). Assignment: fuel station. Paid 60 hours biweekly. Extra days as needed. Pay: $22/hr .
• Part-Time Armed Attendant (1 position) : 12 hrs/week, 3:30pm–9:30pm (6 hrs/day; 2 days). Assignment: supermarket location. Paid 24 hours biweekly. Extra days as needed. Pay: $22/hr .

Location & Work Setting

• Location : Charlotte, NC
• Work setting : On-site only (no remote work). Attendants report to assigned client sites.