Security Guard

Armed Security Professional

The City of North Port is seeking full-time Armed Security Professionals to protect North Port City facilities, employees, and the public. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment through visible patrols, access control, incident response, and customer service. Armed Security Officers are expected to de-escalate situations, respond to emergencies, and enforce applicable laws, ordinances, and City policies while maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide exceptional customer service to our staff and customers by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Screen customers using a walk-through metal detector and the use of a Garrett hand wand.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner.
• Proficient in CPR/AED and first aid procedures.
• Patrols inside and outside of buildings and other city properties (by walking or driving a vehicle) to ensure enforcement of city ordinance, state laws, and regulations.
• Inspects, secures, and unlocks City owned properties to regulate access and protect city facilities/properties against theft or destruction.
• Summons appropriate personnel in the event of an emergency.
• Maintains accurate records of patrol activities, documenting incidents occurring on City property.
• Monitors and answers alarms for building safety.
• Responds to walk-in inquiries pertaining to City departments or gives general information to individuals using City facilities.
• Ability to report for duty as assigned by the Security Manager during emergencies and/or natural disasters.
• Must possess mature personal discretion, sound judgment, superior problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
• Adhere to company City dress code and uniform policy and maintain professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to work part-time, full-time, and varied shifts.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of fire prevention, safety, and security operations.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, with all levels of employees, management, and customers in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees, guests, and various City stakeholders.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Minimum of three (3) years of verifiable armed experience in law enforcement, military, corrections, or licensed security.
• Must remain current in Florida State security officer weapons qualifications.
• Possession of a valid Florida Class "D" and "G" license. Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and will be required prior to employment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; bilingual abilities preferred