Armed Security Officer (Full Time): Erlanger Chattanooga, TN
About The Position
Walden Security is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect client properties against fire, vandalism, and illegal entry. As a first responder, you will be responsible for law enforcement, public safety, and supervising those under your charge. This role involves responding to calls, investigating crimes, patrolling areas to detect and prevent crime, and writing incident reports. We offer same-day offers, extensive training recognized by Training Magazine, and a culture of caring with opportunities for professional development and growth.
Requirements
- High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Minimum of 21 years of age
- Ability to pass criminal background check and drug test
- Prior Law Enforcement or Military experience required
Responsibilities
- Protect citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws, apprehending suspects, and monitoring traffic.
- Prevent crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventive, protective, and defensive tactics; mediating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to notices of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; and detaining suspects.
- Apprehend suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help, observing violations, and making arrests.
- Conduct criminal investigations by gathering evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, and interrogating suspects.
- Document observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Report observations and actions by testifying in court.
- Fulfill court orders by serving warrants and commitments.
- Maintain safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic, enforcing laws and ordinances, investigating accidents, providing escort, and reporting unsafe streets and facilities.
- Minimize personal injury by rescuing and reviving victims and radioing for medical assistance.
- Maintain operations by following department policies and procedures and recommending changes.
- Ensure operation of equipment by practicing responsible use, completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, notifying supervisor of needed repairs, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; practicing skills; and participating in professional societies.
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Benefits
- Same Day Offers
- Extensive Training
- Security Officer Certification
- Unbelievable PERKS (phone, vacation, auto, retailers and more)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Family Scholarship
- Paid Time Off (for employees averaging at least 32 hours per week)
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401K
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs (Tenure Recognition, On-The-Spot Bonuses, Officer of the Month and Officer of the Year)
- Culture of Caring
- Promote From Within Philosophy
- Flexible Schedules
- Competitive Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
