Armed Security Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least two years of security-related experience.
• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable law.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to transit passengers, employees, and visitors by following site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency-response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit facilities, platforms, stations, parking areas, and surrounding perimeters.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations, following established post orders and applicable procedures.
• Monitor assigned areas for suspicious activity, unauthorized access, hazards, and policy violations, and promptly report observations.
• Accurately document incidents, patrol activity, and security concerns in required reports.
• Communicate with dispatch, transit personnel, and responding public service agencies as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plans
• Disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more
• Paid training programs