Armed Security Guard - New London - APSI

Ahtna•New London, CT

About The Position

The Armed Security Guard performs fixed-post, mobile, or foot patrols while maintaining situational awareness and responding in accordance with post orders, facility rules, guidelines, and protocols. Duties may take place in austere or uncomfortable conditions, including inclement weather, and involve walking, standing, searching, surveillance, or sitting. The role includes monitoring alarms, communications, facility equipment, access systems, buildings, and fence lines; controlling access and property movements; reporting and responding to incidents; and assisting law enforcement as needed. Access to government facilities or installations is mandatory. If the Government denies or revokes that access for misconduct or security reasons, employment will be terminated because the position's minimum requirements can no longer be met. Rotating shifts, times, and days are scheduled to meet contract requirements; night and weekend work is required. Available shifts may include full-time, part-time, or on-call. Pay is $20.15 per hour plus $5.09 per hour H&W.

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.
One year of work experience demonstrating the ability to follow directions, meet attendance requirements, and complete the training necessary for state certification.
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Ability to pass a criminal background screen, drug test, and physical exam before hire.
State-issued guard card required before hire.
Ability to obtain and maintain access to the government facilities or installations required for this position.
Ability to work rotating shifts, times, and days, including nights and weekends.
Ability to perform the physical demands described, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

First Aid/CPR certification.
Prior experience with the Glock platform.
Proficiency in basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Keep supervisors and managers informed of unusual occurrences and important events in accordance with post orders and applicable rules, 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, criminal acts, suspicious behavior, violence, threats, vehicle violations, illegal drug use, and inappropriate use 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 onto or removed from the client facility.
Escort individuals or vehicles in accordance with applicable post orders and procedures.
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 promptly report loss or damage to a supervisor or manager.
Log Property Pass numbers for authorized property or equipment movements.
Protect government property, detain personnel as required, 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 in accordance with established procedures and access lists.
Monitor facility equipment and utility systems and report deficiencies to personnel responsible for repairs.
Conduct random surveillance of buildings and fence lines to detect unauthorized or inappropriate activity, breaches, or unauthorized 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 contract.
Contact, assist, and cooperate with local, state, or federal law enforcement; locate, retain, and protect necessary evidence; and testify in judicial or administrative proceedings as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.