Armed Security Officer Santa Ana CA

Job Introduction:

Hiring Now!!

Full Time/Part Time

A rapidly growing Southern California private security organization, has an immediate job opportunity for an exemplary Security Officer. As a Security Officer, you will perform common security duties in the protection of persons and property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules, and regulations of the client.

offers job security, competitive pay, and career opportunities.

Role Responsibilities:

Essential Functions and Duties

Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle

Survey for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards

Communicate by use of SilverTrac, radios, telephones and computers

Sound alarms or inform police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons

Notify violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking or carrying forbidden articles

Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits

Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements

Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities

Provide assistance to customers, employees and visitors in a courteous and professional manner, providing exceptional customer service

The Ideal Candidate:

Education, Licenses and Certifications Required

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent

Pass a State licensing test if driving a company-owned or client-provided vehicle

Obtain BSIS Guard Card

Type and Length of Specific Experience Required

Must possess one or more of the following:

Verifiable work history in any field

One or more years of verifiable and successful security experience

Associate's degree or higher in any discipline

Service in the active duty military, military reserves or National Guard

Service in auxiliary police or police cadets

Skills Required

Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office

Effective oral and written communication skills

Active listening skills

Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively

Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately

Attention to detail

Other

Must be at least 18 years old or the minimum age required by the state, if higher

Must be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen authorized to legally work in the United States

Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law

Must be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if prior military

Environment And Physical Requirements

Environment: Indoor and outdoor, temperature ranges from moderate to extreme cold and heat

Major activity: Walking, standing, speaking, listening, observing

Physical efforts to carry out job duties:

Standing

Walking

Sitting