Armed Security Officer (military department)

One Security Company is looking to hire a part-time security guard available to work overnights from 2200-0600. This position is 2 shifts per week with additional shifts to pick up as they are available (pick up shifts may be any day/swing/grave).

Are you looking to start a career in security but don’t have your armed/unarmed security certification yet?

We are looking for disciplined, professional individuals to join our team at a high-profile National Guard military site. You don't need a background in security or law enforcement to excel here—we provide all the necessary training and certifications to get you started as a professional Armed Security Guard.

• One Security will pay for all required certifications and trainings.

Why Join Us?

• Paid Professional Training: We will train and certify you to become a licensed Armed Security Guard.
• Prestigious Work Environment: Support the mission of a National Guard military installation.
• Career Growth: Gain high-level security experience that serves as a powerful foundation for future roles.
• Stability: Consistent schedules and a supportive team environment.

What We’re Looking For

You just need the right mindset to apply. We are looking for candidates who:

• Exude Professionalism: You take pride in your appearance, arrive on time, and represent the site with dignity.
• Are Customer-Focused: You know how to communicate clearly and respectfully with military personnel, contractors, and the public. You are willing to de-escalate tense verbal interactions.
• Are Detail-Oriented: You can follow strict protocols, maintain accurate logs, and make decisions based on company and site expectations .
• Are Eager to Learn: You are ready to undergo firearms, de-escalation, and tactical training to meet company standards.

Key Responsibilities of an Armed Security Professional:

● Access Control & Force Protection:

• Control entry and egress at designated Site Access Control Points.
• Screen all personnel for unwanted and unauthorized individuals.
• Maintain established force protection measures and conduct thorough vehicle inspections.
• Limit entrance to authorized personnel with valid government-issued identification.
• Maintain detailed logs of all entrants, including names, vehicle license numbers, purpose of visit, and duration of stay.
• Secure main gates during non-operational hours or heightened security concerns.

● Patrol & Surveillance:

• Conduct random, varied, and thorough roving patrols (foot, motorized, or combined) covering entire facilities, including perimeters, Mission Essential or Vulnerable Areas (MEVAs), key points of entry, vehicles, and aircraft.
• Maintain constant motion and active patrolling throughout the shift.
• Verify the security of key points, inspect MEVAs, and report any abnormalities.
• Monitor Electronic Security Systems, Automated Access Control Systems, Closed Circuit Television, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Security Control Centers, initiating appropriate responses.

● Incident Response & Reporting:

• Promptly identify and record unauthorized persons on premises.
• Notify local law enforcement if criminal involvement is suspected or if an unauthorized person refuses to leave.
• Maintain a daily blotter to record all daily activities and site-specific vehicle checks.
• Maintain constant communication with the dispatch office.
• Maintain a constant fire watch, notifying relevant departments if a fire is discovered, and directing emergency responders.
• Adhere to guidelines for rules of force, utilizing the minimum degree of force necessary.

● Professional Conduct & Compliance:

• Strictly adhere to all state laws and statutes, and company policies.
• Maintain a neat, professional appearance and a courteous attitude.
• Remain awake and alert at all times.
• Wear and maintain approved uniforms and all issued gear according to policy.
• Participate in and pass all required training programs.
• Sign a non-disclosure agreement covering sensitive information.
• Utilize company-approved motorized vehicles for patrols at specific sites as required

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum twenty-one (21) years of age
• High-school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to pass drug screening and physical agility testing (upon initial hire and annually)
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather
• Must possess personal qualities of good conduct and character, integrity, dependability, and good mental and physical fitness
• Ability to effectively use issued semi-automatic pistols (minimum 9MM caliber) using standard ammunition
• Must possess and maintain a favorable National Agency Check (NAC) or equivalent background check (including DPSST fingerprint, LEDS, and NCIC checks)
• No felony conviction, Class A misdemeanor conviction, or conviction of any crime involving dishonesty
• Must not be registered as a sex offender
• Must pass a specific inquiry into suitability as per the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968 for armed security guard employment.

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• DPSST Armed Security Guard License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Warrenton, OR 97146 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $30