Security Officer; Armed (Sheriff's Office)

Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City • Arlington, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing security to the Unified Government buildings, employees, and citizens. Duties include checking people entering facilities, monitoring metal detectors and patrolling buildings and their respective properties. Construct professional reports and testify in court, as needed. Utilize varying pieces of equipment including fire alarms, computers and panic alarms. Must be able to effectively use firearms and taser, if necessary. This position is subject to working non-traditional hours including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• High school Diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
• 21 years of age
• Ability to pass basic security course
• Ability to pass semi-annual weapons qualifications
• Ability to qualify with a Conducted Electrical Weapon (Taser)
• Ability to pass OC qualification
• Valid Driver's License required at the time of application
• Must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen
• Must submit proof of identity and employment eligibility

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, including those pertaining to search and seizure
• Knowledge in security procedures, methods and protocol

Responsibilities

• Providing security to the Unified Government buildings, employees, and citizens
• Checking people entering facilities
• Monitoring metal detectors
• Patrolling buildings and their respective properties
• Constructing professional reports
• Testifying in court, as needed
• Utilizing varying pieces of equipment including fire alarms, computers and panic alarms
• Effectively using firearms and taser, if necessary

What This Job Offers

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