Armed Security Ambassador
Job Description
GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Security Officer - Armed!
*MUST HAVE ARMED DCJS LICENSE*Ready to suit up as a Security Guard - Armed?
What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.
As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.
What’s in it for you:
- Site Location: Glen Allen, Va
- Set schedule: Full-time 3:00PM - 11:00PM, Monday - Friday
- Competitive hourly wage of $32.45/Hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
- A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
- Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
- Uniform provided at no cost
Responsibilities of Tactical Security Guard
- Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
- Verify identities and control access to secure areas
- React quickly to threats or incidents
- Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
- Document incidents and actions taken
- Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
- Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
- Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property
- Prior tactical firearms experience and prior advanced training in emergency medicine preferred.
- Miniumm 3 years federal, state, local law enforcement or military police experience.
- Must possess advanced skills and professional experience in the areas of people and conflict management with tact and discretion and through the utilization of de-escalation techniques.
- Must possess the ability to function in stressful situations while exercising good judgement.
- Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with the public while maintaining poise and self-control under stress.
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, weapon training qualification certification for the type of weapon required at the post to which the applicant is being considered for placement.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Participate in industry specific security/safety training programs.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
Qualifications of Tactical Security Guard
- Be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
- Be able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
- First aid certification is an asset
- Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
- If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
- You have a state license if required
In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work . Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.
If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.
It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment .
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