What are the responsibilities and job description for the Armed Security Officer position at Kates Detective Agency?
Job Title: Armed Security Officer/Driver
Minimum Age Requirement: Applicants must be 25 years of age or older due to insurance requirements for operating company vehicles.
Level: Experienced
Job Location: Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Must be available to work EVENINGS, OVERNIGHTS and WEEKENDS
Job Category: Field Officer
Position Overview:
Kates Detective Agency, a licensed and highly respected security firm operating in Chicago, is currently seeking professional Armed Security Officer/Drivers to join our growing team. This position involves patrolling client properties, ensuring safety, and driving company vehicles as part of security operations.
Application Process
- Apply at katesdetectiveagency.com
- On the spot interviews are held on Tuesday and Thursday each week
- Walkin with all credentials on Tuesday or Thursday from 10:00am until 2:00pm at 7815 S. Western Chicago, IL. No appointment needed
- Credentials must be original documents only; no emails will be accepted
Required Credentials must be presented at the time of Interview
• Valid PERC Card (expires 5/31/2027) (Must be printed out from the IDFPR website)
• FOID Card (Physical card, no digital copies)
• 20-Hour Unarmed Training Certificate (original, or only full-page color copy) (No screenshots)
• 40-Hour Firearm Training Certificate (original, or only full-page color copy) (No screenshots)
• Photo ID (Physical card, no digital copies)
• Social Security Card or Birth Certificate (Physical card, no digital copies)
• High School Diploma/Transcripts or GED Certificate (must include graduation date) (physical document)
Description
- 25 years of age
- Clean driving record/No tickets or moving Violations
- Armed CREDENTIALS (FOID card, 40 HR Armed Training Certificate, recent firearm requalification)
- Handcuff certification
- Must have a valid Driver's License (Active for the last two years)
- High School Diploma, GED/Transcripts required
- 2 Plus years of experience as a Security Officer is required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Capable of following complex instructions
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Willingness to participate in the company's screening process, including drug screening, background investigation, and psychological screening
- Knowledge of security operations and procedures
- Must be able to work weekends and or holidays
- Must have open availability to work any shift
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Ensure the security, safety and well-being of all personnel, visitors and the premises
- Maintain professional demeanor and deliver excellent customer service
- Adhere to all company service and operating standards by acting lawfully, ethically, honestly, and professionally always
- Remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
- Immediately respond to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers
- Protect the company's assets relative to theft, assault, fire and other safety issues
- Follow all client site specific duties, as required and outlined in post-orders
- Operate agency vehicles for patrol and incident response
- Provide high-visibility security presence at client sites
- Patrol designated locations by foot and/or vehicle
- Monitor and report suspicious activity or safety hazards
- Complete incident reports and documentation accurately and on time
- Communicate with supervisors and dispatch as needed
- Assist with emergency response and de-escalation, if necessary
Salary : $18 - $19