Armed Security Guard - Honolulu - APSI

Ahtna•Honolulu, HI

About The Position

The Armed Security Guard performs fixed-post, mobile, and foot patrol duties while maintaining situational awareness and following established post orders, facility rules, guidelines, and protocols. The work may take place in austere or uncomfortable conditions, including inclement weather, and may involve prolonged periods of walking, standing, searching, surveillance, or sitting. The position pays $23.83 per hour plus $5.75 per hour for health and welfare. A state-issued guard card is required before hire. Access to government facilities and installations is mandatory; denial or revocation of that access may result in termination because the minimum job requirements can no longer be met. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of security or civilian law enforcement experience, or equivalent experience with the United States Armed Forces.
At least 1 year of work experience demonstrating the ability to follow directions, meet attendance requirements, and complete training necessary for state certification.
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Ability to pass a criminal background screen, drug test, and physical exam.
State-issued guard card before hire.
Ability to obtain and maintain access to the government facilities or installations required for the position.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including occasional lifting or moving of 10 to 100 pounds.
Ability to work rotating shifts, days, and times as scheduled, including nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

First Aid/CPR certification.
Prior experience with the Glock platform.
Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Keep supervisors and managers informed of unusual occurrences and important events in accordance with post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines, and protocols.
Monitor alarms, radio traffic, and other information sources; dispatch or inform others as authorized and needed.
Report and appropriately address alarms, requests for assistance, and criminal or inappropriate acts, including vandalism, theft, illegal entry, suspicious behavior, violence, threats, vehicle violations, illegal drug use, and misuse of facility or client property.
Stop, screen, inquire about, and inspect vehicles and pedestrians entering or exiting the facility as directed.
Prevent prohibited articles from being brought into or removed from the client facility.
Escort individuals or vehicles in accordance with established orders and protocols.
Use portable radios, phones, and other communication devices appropriately and according to established rules.
Monitor APSI and client equipment, guard against loss or damage, and report any loss or damage promptly.
Log Property Pass numbers for authorized movements of property or equipment.
Secure government property, detain personnel as applicable, and report unauthorized removal of property or equipment.
Conduct regular patrols and inspections of buildings and facilities.
Issue required vehicle passes to authorized personnel.
Monitor electronic access control and report violations.
Monitor RFID systems and respond to alarms indicating unauthorized removal of government property.
Grant authorized personnel access to areas during non-working hours according to procedures and access lists.
Monitor facility equipment and utility systems and report deficiencies to repair personnel.
Conduct random surveillance of buildings and fence lines to detect unauthorized or inappropriate activity, breaches, or removal of government property.
Provide additional security support for scheduled events during or after duty hours and for unscheduled emergencies, as requested by a supervisor.
Maintain activity logs and administrative documents required by the contract.
Contact, assist, and cooperate with local, state, or federal law enforcement; locate, retain, and protect evidence; and testify in judicial or administrative proceedings as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.