Armed Security Officer

Kates Detective Agency•Chicago, IL

14h•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Kates Detective Agency, a licensed and highly respected security firm operating in Chicago, is currently seeking professional Armed Security Officer/Drivers to join our growing team. This position involves patrolling client properties, ensuring safety, and driving company vehicles as part of security operations.

Requirements

Applicants must be 21 years of age to apply and 25 years or older to DRIVE due to insurance requirements for operating company vehicles.
Must be available to work EVENINGS, OVERNIGHTS and WEEKENDS
25+ years of age
Clean driving record/No tickets or moving Violations
Armed CREDENTIALS (FOID card, 40 HR Armed Training Certificate, recent firearm requalification)
Handcuff certification
Must have a valid Driver's License (Active for the last two years)
High School Diploma, GED/Transcripts required
2 Plus years of experience as a Security Officer is required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Capable of following complex instructions
Strong interpersonal skills
Willingness to participate in the company's screening process, including drug screening, background investigation, and psychological screening
Knowledge of security operations and procedures
Must be able to work weekends and or holidays
Must have open availability to work any shift
Valid PERC Card (expires 5/31/2027) (Must be printed out from the IDFPR website)
FOID Card (Physical card, no digital copies)
20-Hour Unarmed Training Certificate (original, or only full-page color copy) (No screenshots)
40-Hour Firearm Training Certificate (original, or only full-page color copy) (No screenshots)
Photo ID (Physical card, no digital copies)
Social Security Card or Birth Certificate (Physical card, no digital copies)
High School Diploma/Transcripts or GED Certificate (must include graduation date) (physical document)

Responsibilities

Ensure the security, safety and well-being of all personnel, visitors and the premises
Maintain professional demeanor and deliver excellent customer service
Adhere to all company service and operating standards by acting lawfully, ethically, honestly, and professionally always
Remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Immediately respond to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers
Protect the company's assets relative to theft, assault, fire and other safety issues
Follow all client site specific duties, as required and outlined in post-orders
Operate agency vehicles for patrol and incident response
Provide high-visibility security presence at client sites
Patrol designated locations by foot and/or vehicle
Monitor and report suspicious activity or safety hazards
Complete incident reports and documentation accurately and on time
Communicate with supervisors and dispatch as needed
Assist with emergency response and de-escalation, if necessary