Overview

Redwood Private Security provides contracted armed and unarmed security guard services to government and private-sector clients. Our focus is being a customer- and employee-centric company and providing highly trained and qualified security personnel to each client.

Redwood Private Security provides security services to both government and private sector clients, including transportation/ transit agencies, government facilities, public service agencies, courts and criminal justice agencies, public utilities, museums and cultural properties, multifamily residential, retail, commercial/ high-rise, ports and maritime, and much more. Redwood Private Security focuses on security partnerships with clients who value a quality security program and business partnership.

Thank you for your interest in Redwood Private Security. We look forward to meeting you soon!

CA License # PPO 120965

Job Skills / Requirements

ARMED SECURITY OFFICER JOB DESCRIPTION

Reports to Quality Control Manager and/ or Client Manager

 Position responsibilities

• Vehicle and/or Foot Patrol assigned facilities or parks and maintain general security as described in Post Orders.
• May be assigned to an office/ lobby desk position at some facilities.
• Enforce City ordinances and select vehicle code sections, make physical arrests and/or issue citations in accordance with City policy as needed.
• Wear a uniform and full duty belt, including firearm, baton, pepper spray, handcuffs, and flashlight.
• Demonstrate professional communications with co-workers, vendors and city staff.
• Respond to emergency calls including fire and damage to property.
• Respond to security related complaints and ensure proper documentation is completed as per policy.
• Generate and submit electronic Incident Reports, parking warnings, and Maintenance reports using a mobile application.
• Work under general supervision of Site Supervisor, Quality Control Manager, and/or Client
• Maintain consistent performance, attendance, uniform appearance, and professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years High School graduate or equivalent.
• Possess a valid CA Driver's License with clean DMV History (for driving posts).
• Possess and maintain a valid CA Guard Registration (guard card), Exposed Firearm Card and own firearm, Pepper Spray/ Tear gas certification and Baton
• Ability to successfully pass a firearm qualification with one of our in-house instructors.
• Ability to successfully pass a thorough oral interview
• Ability to successfully pass a multi panel drug screen.
• Ability to successfully pass an MMPI-2 psychological assessment.
• Have the legal right to work in the United States.
• Fluent in English (fluency in other languages a plus)
• Ability to read, write and understand written orders, policies, procedures, and how to apply them.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, outstanding customer service skills, and takes initiative while carrying out existing

Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification Requirements (Any)

CA BSIS Guard Card
CA BSIS Firearm Permit
CA BSIS Baton Permit
Pepper Spray Certification
CA Driver's License

Additional Information / Benefits

All candidates who are given a Conditional Offer of Employment at Redwood Private Security will be required to complete a comprehensive background investigation into their criminal history, driving record, education, prior employment, social media, and credit prior to starting work.

Redwood Private Security provides a generous salary and benefits package to our employees. This includes:

• An above-average pay rate
• Paid Sick Leave*
• Medical Insurance*
• Dental Coverage*
• A 401(k) Option*
• Paid Vacation**
• Industry-leading On-the-Job Training
• Access to complementary additional training and career advancement opportunities

* Benefits provided in accordance with union CBA, federal and/or local laws to qualifying employees.

** Amount based on location assigned.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, 401K/403b Plan