• Job Title: Armed Security Officer
• Part-Time Available!
• START DATE: IMMEDIATELY
• Pay Rate: $19.00 Hourly
• You will be armed security, standing/roaming post.
• You will need a PERC card, a F.O.I.D. card, a 230 Firearms License from IDFPR, Firearm, Duty Belt, and Vest.

• Serve as a security officer and provide emergency aid, security, and protection of life and property to our customers, their patrons, and all citizens by patrolling the properties under contract.
• Respond to requests for assistance, and investigate criminal activities.

• Other duties may be assigned by a supervisor.
• Patrol assigned geographical areas to prevent crime, and enforce laws, regulations, and vendor policies. Uphold the department’s customer service philosophy.
• Observe reports and act on conditions conducive to crime and danger. Check buildings for security. Observe structures, persons, and vehicles for suspicious activity.
• Take command of crime scenes or incidents.
• Administer first-aid as necessary.
• Take statements and interview victims or witnesses.
• Record vital information.
• Conduct investigation assignments of suspected illegal activity.
• Maintain security of persons or evidence and documents or collect related information. 
• Provide professional and credible testimony in a court of law.
• Prepare and write a variety of reports and records related to assigned duties.
• Provide excellence in internal and external customer service.
• Create a positive experience for customers through professional and courteous behavior and creative problem resolution.
• Develop safe work habits and follow all required safety policies, procedures, and techniques.
• Contribute to the safety of self, co-workers, and the general public.
• Follow standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Produce an acceptable quantity and quality of work that is completed within established timelines.
• Support and respect diversity in the workplace.
• Professional appearance is required at all times conducive to the safety and comfort of the responsibilities performed.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Education/Experience: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Licensed Security Officer.
• Knowledge Required: Knowledge of Federal, State, County, and City laws, regulations, and ordinances. Working knowledge of criminal behavior, underlying criminal and social psychology, and physical methods and procedures. Working knowledge of safety standards, policies, and precautions utilized in security activities.
• Language Ability: Effectively communicate in both oral and written form. Listen effectively, respond clearly and directly, and ability to explain information to others.
• Reasoning Ability: Identify problems, gather relevant data, and note possible causes of problems. Evaluate relevant information, recognize alternatives, reach conclusions based on evidence, and implement solutions. Take action beyond what is necessarily called for, and perform tasks with a minimal amount of supervision. Perform under pressure and/or opposition.
• Additional Abilities: Ability to use general office equipment. Ability to use a keyboard, word processor, and spreadsheet programs as required for the position. Strong ability to operate a vehicle. Strong ability to apply excellent internal end external customer service skills. Strong ability to participate in a team focused on producing high-quality results. Advanced ability to operate firearms and equipment safely, skillfully, and in conformance with applicable laws and regulations. Strong ability to maintain composure in adverse and dangerous conditions. Strong ability to apply criminal justice and crime prevention techniques. Strong ability to read and interpret laws, ordinances, plans, and orders. Strong ability to perform departmentally authorized use of force techniques to affect the detainment of criminal suspects.
• Personal Skills: Interface effectively with co-workers, and exhibit sensitivity to the feelings of others.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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