Full Time Armed Security Officer (ACT-235 Required) - Harrisburg, PA

OPS Security Group • York, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role Physical Security Officers (PSO’s) can expect to be working in demanding and fast paced environments. PSO’s 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 a firearm. The PSOs mission is to protect all people, information and property assigned, while delivering on high end customer service. PSOs represent the front line of our security services.

Requirements

• ACT 235 (current)
• 21 years of age
• Current and valid DL
• High school diploma or GED
• Must be able to pass PAT and ASO course
• Must be able to pass drug screen
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient time management skills
• Reliable transportation
• Excellent de-escalation skills
• Proficient firearms skills
• Extensive use of force knowledge
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation, urinalysis screening and OPS training requirements
• Ability to work under stress / pressure
• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Ability to wear a uniform
• Ability to pass Physical Agility Test (PAT) Consisting of; Run 100 meters in 66 seconds or less in Armed Security Officer designated uniform; followed by a 10 min break; Perform 30 push-ups (no time limit) followed by a 30 min break. If you rest during the push-ups, you must rest in the up position. Foam block will be in place for push up stop point. Perform 26 sit-ups (no time limit). If you rest during the sit-ups, you must rest in the up position.
• Ability to use force, up to and including deadly force, when reasonably justified

Nice To Haves

• (1) year experience in armed security recommended

Responsibilities

• 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
• Monitoring CCTV cameras
• Performing other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• 3 Medical Plan Choices for full medical coverage
• Optional Health Savings Account
• Vision
• Dental
• 401K with employer matching dollar for dollar match from 1-3%, 50% Employer Match on 4-5%
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
• Earned Sick and Safe Leave accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
• Paid training
• Defined vertical mobility and promotion opportunity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED