Armed Security Officer

Constellis•Pasadena, CA

About The Position

Security Officers provide mobile patrol and rapid response to suspicious or criminal activity and safety hazards. They perform mobile and/or static security functions, maintain a visible and vigilant presence, respond to dispatch calls and emergencies, protect people and property, enforce access and property-control policies, and communicate with clients, visitors, and emergency services. Officers must wear an appropriate seasonal uniform and protective body armor, maintain required training and weapons qualifications, and attend work in person regularly. The position involves part-time overnight shifts from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM, with flexibility to work different days. Work is typically in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions and extended periods of sitting, standing, or walking; outdoor work in extreme temperatures or weather may occur. Extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, may be required.

Requirements

Meet either of the following experience requirements: a minimum of 4 years in a Combat MOS, U.S. Military Special Operations Unit, or U.S. Law Enforcement Special Operations Unit; or a minimum of 6 years as a sworn law enforcement officer or agent legally authorized to carry a firearm and perform arrests, with applicable legal and training requirements satisfied.
High school diploma or equivalent from a U.S.-accredited school; foreign education must be evaluated to meet U.S. education requirements.
U.S. citizenship, a Social Security card, and a valid state driver's license.
BSIS Exposed Firearm Permit with 9mm endorsement.
California Concealed Weapons Permit.
BSIS Guard Card.
OC Certificate.
Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
Write and speak clearly and effectively in English.
Meet all medical, physical, drug-test, and psychological standards required by the contract, including passing a psychological assessment.
Successfully complete required training and certification.
Maintain a high level of physical fitness and personal appearance.
Be able to wear protective body armor as part of the duty uniform.
Be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Travel to a training location may be required.
Availability for part-time overnight shifts from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM and flexibility to work different days.

Nice To Haves

LEOSA/HR218 certification preferred.
Verifiable experience and training in security awareness, mediation and conflict resolution, disaster and emergency situations, and managing personnel at various types of facilities.

Responsibilities

Perform highly visible, alert, and vigilant mobile patrol and/or static security functions.
Observe for suspicious or criminal behavior on or around properties and deter criminal targeting through visible presence and field contacts.
Respond rapidly to dispatch calls to investigate, mitigate, preempt, or stop criminal acts, using lawful and sound tactical decision-making and adhering to the Use of Force Directive.
Prevent, intercept, and remove unauthorized persons attempting to access or present on properties, in accordance with applicable law and the Use of Force Directive.
Protect people at designated properties from physical assault, harassment, and intimidation.
Assist with medical or other emergency conditions.
Immediately report security concerns, incidents, suspicious activity, and crimes to client representatives and/or emergency services personnel.
Interact tactfully and politely with the public and visitors, and screen and process visitors as required.
Respond to client personnel in a timely, effective, and professional manner.
Assist with crime scene management and investigations by collecting incident details, photos, evidentiary and suspect information; containing and securing scenes; and protecting sensitive evidentiary information.
Enforce client access and property-control policies at gates and lobbies.
Communicate and remain accessible via two-way radio, company-issued cellular phone, or other devices.
Complete required reports and paperwork.
Provide first aid and CPR and assist during emergencies as necessary.
Wear protective body armor as part of the duty uniform.
Maintain required training and weapons qualifications in accordance with company guidance and state and federal law.
Ensure compliance with safety requirements and safe work practices.
Perform other assigned or related duties.
Maintain regular, in-person attendance.