Security Guard - Armed provides security and guards buildings, grounds, materials, work sites, or other venues. Monitors security systems and responds to alarms, reports of issues, or requests for assistance. Being a Security Guard - Armed patrols an assigned location. Follows required gate-keeping procedures such as verifying visitor credentials, conducting inspections, or preparing paperwork. Additionally, Security Guard - Armed may operate an access control or identity system to control building access. Completes shift activity logs and inputs to systems. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Typically requires Firearms Certification. May require a Security Guard License. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Security Guard - Armed works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Security Guard - Armed typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Strategic Security Corp. is currently seeking Armed Security Officers for an Emergency Response assignment throughout the state of West Virginia. Ideal candidates will be available on an on-call basis, and as assignments become available.
Strategic Security (SSC) is a nationwide leading provider of emergency response services for natural disasters and civil unrest, has Armed Emergency Response Security Officer on-call positions available for fixed posts to support our national contracts: Federally, with the U.S Department of Homeland Security and Commercially with cellular companies, automotive retail, quick service retail, national grocers, etc.. to establish an omni presence and deter potential criminal activity and misconduct while safeguarding employees and customers. Additional responsibilities include composing reports, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, controlling access and egress, and performing other duties as needed.
Must be able to respond within 12-24 hrs. from initial notification.
Benefits in Addition to Hourly Pay
Duties
In addition to providing physical security, this role will participate in SSC's G.E.T. principals. Greet, Engage and Thank individuals for their business or patronizing the location. These duties include:
*Assignments may be limited in hours and will vary based on the need, and conditions of emergency / client request at each facility. The amount specified is based on the maximum 7 days and 12 hour shifts per week, and calculated at 40 hours of the regular rate of pay, and 48 hours of Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate of pay if worked inside one workweek when scheduling for such assignments is available.
Education, Licenses and Certifications Required
Experience Required
Verifiable work history if previously employed and must possess one or more of the following:
Skills Required
Other
Physical Requirements and Environment
Environment: Indoor and outdoor, temperature ranges from moderate to extreme cold and heat
Major activity: Walking, standing, speaking, listening, observing
Physical efforts to carry out job duties: Standing, walking, and sitting. Minimal to no stooping or kneeling.
About The Company
EOE Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Strategic Security (SSC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an Alcohol- and Drug-Free Workplace
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action or Diversity and Inclusion, or have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, please contact our Corporate Human Resources Department at (888) SSC-RISK.