Armed Security Guard (Part Time)

Armed Security Guard (Part Time)Georgia Department of Labor is actively seeking candidates for Armed Security Guard (part-time) positions. The hours will be no more than 29 hours per week. This position is a highly visible, public safety position that requires the applicant to be courteous, polite, and informative to agency staff, vendors, and customers.Under general supervision, guards, patrols, or monitors premises, facilities, and other areas to prevent theft, violence, and infractions of rules. The Security Guard will secure and protect the facility in case of fires, natural disasters, or other hazardous events. This position is located in downtown Atlanta and may require up to 10% of travel.Essential Responsibilities and Duties:Manages traffic flow and enforces parking regulationsWarns person of rule infractions or violations, and apprehends or evicts violators from premises, using force if necessary.Answers alarms and investigates disturbancesInspects assigned area for fire or environmental hazards.Monitors and authorizes entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against and maintain security of premises.Patrols premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.Responds to fire, natural disasters, or other hazardous eventsWrites reports of daily activities and irregularitiesQualifications:Must have High School Diploma or GEDMust have One (1) year of security (armed) or law enforcement experienceMust have a valid Driver's License with a clean driving recordMust be able to pass a Criminal Background CheckMust have reliable transportationMust be able to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings and weekendsMust possess and demonstrate the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.After a contingent offer of employment is made, the following will occur:Drug and Alcohol TestMedical examCriminal Background checkPhysical fitness testPhysical Requirements: Must be physically able to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to operate instructional equipment and computers. Must be able to lift and/or move objects up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance, close, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus. Corrective lenses may be used to meet these requirements.Preferred Qualifications In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, preference may be given to applicants who possess and demonstrate previous working experience in a safety monitoring environment, or law enforcement or military experience. The State of Georgia and Georgia Department of Labor offers a generous benefit program with wide variety of available choices:Retirement and Savings PlansHealth Insurance (multiple plans)Flexible / Voluntary BenefitsFlexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care)DentalVisionLifeDisabilityLong Term CareLegalPaid Time Off13 HolidaysAnnual LeaveSick LeaveOther Leave, including Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee DiscountsEmployee Purchasing ProgramAdditional InformationBecause of the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the posted close date, once a suitable applicant pool is identified.The hiring process may involve one or more of the following: an interview, a timed written exercise, and/or an oral presentation. If there is a need for a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please advise the hiring manager.All decisions concerning the employment relationship for qualified applicants will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with the Georgia Department of Labor values and will not be tolerated. Furthermore, such discrimination or harassment may violate federal, state, or local law.Minimum Qualifications:Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.