Armed Security Officer

Job Summary / Job Purpose:

The PSOs mission is to protect all people, information and property assigned, while delivering high-end customer service. PSOs represent the front line of our security services. In this role Physical Security Officers (PSOs) can expect to be working in demanding and fast paced environments. PSOs may find themselves working in a wide range of areas to include medical centers, government facilities, hospitality venues and public events. Additionally, PSOs may be asked to work with firearms.

Job Duties / Essential Functions:

Delivering high end customer service

Responding to emergencies

Deterring and preventing crime

Performing ingress/ egress control procedures

Investigating incidents

Completing daily logs and incident reports

Conducting regular walking or vehicle patrols

Building and maintaining a professional rapport with clients, guests and co-workers

De-escalating conflicts

Detaining suspects

Ability to use force, up to and including deadly force, when reasonably justified

Monitoring CCTV cameras

Performing other related duties as assigned

Skills / Qualifications:

High school Diploma or GED equivalent

Two years of face-to-face customer service experience

Possess at least one of the following experience / education criteria:

o 1) Four years of armed security experience 2) Three years of military experience 3) Successful completion of a state or federal certified law enforcement training academy

Basic computer skills (Email, Microsoft Office, etc.)

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Proficient time management skills

Reliable transportation

Excellent de-escalation skills

Proficient firearms skills

Extensive use of force knowledge

Proactive problem-solving skills

Must be able to obtain state required armed security officer license

Ability to obtain OCAT, PATH, and PPBT certifications

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation, urinalysis screening and OPS training requirements

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

These are the physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position.

Upon requesting a reasonable accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed accommodation.

Ability to work und er stress / pressure

Ability to lift 25lbs

Ability to wear a uniform

Ability to pass Physical Agility Test (PAT) Consisting of;

o Run 100 meters in 66 seconds or less; followed by a 10 min break

o Perform 30 push-ups (no time limit) followed by a 30 min break

o Perform 26 sit-ups (no time limit)

OPS Security Group Virtues:

People First: Treat people with dignity and respect and help them become who they are capable of becoming.

Servant Leadership : Continuously improve and bring out excellence in others by modeling it yourself.

Accountability : Stay loyal to what you said you would do long after the mood you said it in has changed.

Diligence : Proceed on the course you laid out know that all good things come with time, effort and creativity.

Integrity : Give people a reason to trust you, knowing that a true measure of character is what you do without reward and how you treat those who can do nothing for you.

High Performance : Deliver with precision and unwavering dedication. Own your outcomes, act with discipline, and pursue excellence in all you do.

Disclaimer and Signature:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification . They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

At-Will Employment

Employment with OPS Security Group is voluntary and subject to termination by the employee or OPS Security Group at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of OPS Security Group employees.