Armed Security Officer- 1st Shift

1st Shift

Monday-Friday (8:30am-5:30pm)

$16.00/Hr.

Job Description:

An Armed Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for clients, employees, and visitors by enforcing security policies and procedures. This role requires the officer to carry a firearm and respond to potential threats with appropriate judgment and professionalism.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Security Operations

o Conduct regular walking patrols to improve safety and proactively identify and report security concerns.

o Monitor facility access points, verifying identification and credentials of individuals entering or exiting premises.

o Enforce security procedures as outlined in the Security Post Instructions. 

• Incident Response & Reporting

o Respond promptly and effectively to alarms, emergencies, and other incidents using established protocols.

o Maintain detailed logs documenting activities, incidents, and observations for reporting and analysis.

o Execute routine tasks such as locking/unlocking doors, activating/deactivating security systems, and monitoring surveillance feeds. 

• Customer Service & Professionalism

o Provide excellent customer service by assisting and addressing concerns of visitors and employees.

o Ensure compliance with SEI and Client policies (e.g., smoking, loitering, parking violations).

o Maintain a professional appearance in a clean and pressed uniform. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: No 

Minimum Qualifications:

• The State of AL requires that you must have or obtain and maintain a valid Security Officer/Guard License issued by ASRB when providing any regulated activities in the State of AL.
• This role has the following special qualifications:
• o Must be 21 years of age or older.

o Must pass Armed training and possess a valid pistol permit.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Minimum Required Skills & Abilities:

o Ability to function well in a high-paced and potentially stressful work environment.

o Ability to work weekends (Saturday and Sunday), if needed.

o A curious nature that helps you remain aware of activities around you.

o Ability to remain calm, solve problems, and act effectively in critical situations.

oBasic computer experience and ability to use a tablet for security reports.

 • Preferred Skills & Abilities:

o Experience with the Microsoft Office Productivity Suite.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

· Stand at least 1 hour without support or a break

· Sit at least 1 hour without a break