Armed Security Officer (TS/SCI)
Tampa, Florida
Employer: Paragon Systems Inc.
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
POSITION SUMMARY:
This armed position is under the direct supervision of the Manager for assigned high profile site and performs a variety of security-related duties. In this position, you will observe and report activities and incidents at assigned locations, providing for the security and safety of client property, visitors, and personnel.
As an armed officer, you may respond to unusual or emergency situations using appropriate escalation of force level up to and including armed response as dictated by the situation and protocol. Additionally, you will assist in preserving order and may act to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises; control access to client site and facility through the admittance process; responsive in all situations; monitors entrances and exits and acts to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry.
Some assignments may patrol assigned site on foot or in vehicle, checks for unsafe conditions such as hazards, unlocked doors, and security violations; protects evidence or scenes of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations; prepares logs or reports as requested. May be exposed to stressful situations.
Given the nature of this assignment, candidates must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
EQUIPMENT/ COMPUTER SKILLS: Security guards will be responsible for operating all security equipment on post, such as batons, OC Spray, X-ray machines, magnetometers, closed circuit television (CCTV), handcuffs, and (where required by post assignment) firearm at any time while on duty.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Basic Qualifications
With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
A Word about EEO, Pay Transparency and Other Requirements….
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Certain state's posting requirements ask for additional detail. Depending on geography, site assignment and / or experience:
Wage range for this position is $16.20-41.70 with a Health and Welfare benefit range from $4.00-$6.00 where applicable.
This armed position is under the direct supervision of the Manager for assigned high profile site and performs a variety of security-related duties. In this position, you will observe and report activities and incidents at assigned locations, providing for the security and safety of client property, visitors, and personnel.
As an armed officer, you may respond to unusual or emergency situations using appropriate escalation of force level up to and including armed response as dictated by the situation and protocol. Additionally, you will assist in preserving order and may act to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises; control access to client site and facility through the admittance process; responsive in all situations; monitors entrances and exits and acts to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry.
Some assignments may patrol assigned site on foot or in vehicle, checks for unsafe conditions such as hazards, unlocked doors, and security violations; protects evidence or scenes of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations; prepares logs or reports as requested. May be exposed to stressful situations.
Given the nature of this assignment, candidates must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.
- All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.
- Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include function, objectives, duties or tasks not specifically listed herein.
- In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
- All functions, duties, tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.
EQUIPMENT/ COMPUTER SKILLS: Security guards will be responsible for operating all security equipment on post, such as batons, OC Spray, X-ray machines, magnetometers, closed circuit television (CCTV), handcuffs, and (where required by post assignment) firearm at any time while on duty.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Basic Qualifications
- US Citizenship Preferred
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Possess high school diploma from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent certificate
- Speak English fluently, read and comprehend written English, and compose coherent written reports in English.
- Three (3) years' ARMED security experience within the past five years; or three (3) years' military or National Guard (active duty or reserve) experience
- Pass the medical examination, drug test, and physical agility test if applicable;
- Top Secret Clearance is Required
With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
- Work is performed inside and outside the property with exposure to inclement weather and unpredictable crisis situations.
- Shift work required.
- Ability to remain on post up to four (4) consecutive hours without eating, drinking, or relieving bladder/bowels.
- Frequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping, up to 12 hours per day, either indoors or outdoors, during daytime or nighttime.
A Word about EEO, Pay Transparency and Other Requirements….
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Certain state's posting requirements ask for additional detail. Depending on geography, site assignment and / or experience:
Wage range for this position is $16.20-41.70 with a Health and Welfare benefit range from $4.00-$6.00 where applicable.
- Additional compensation of $1.00 - $3.00 may be available at sites requiring a Secret or Top-Secret clearance.
- Some site assignments may include a shift differential of an additional $0.25 - $1.50 per hour.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (if paid via Health and Welfare benefit, there is no separate company contribution)
- The paid leave for full time employees is from 80-240 hours / year based on longevity in the position, and sick leave is a minimum of 56 hours per year for a full-time employee
Created: 2024-04-25
Reference: 31931585829/3193158582935638183622
Country: United States
State: Florida
City: Tampa
ZIP: 33637
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