Armor officer job description
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Example armor officer requirements on a job description
Armor officer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in armor officer job postings.
Sample armor officer requirements
- Bachelor's degree in defense or military related field
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must pass physical and psychological evaluations
- Must have at least two years of officer experience
- Must have a valid driver's license
Sample required armor officer soft skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to interact with other military personnel in a professional manner
Armor officer job description example 1
Allied Universal armor officer job description
Allied Universal , North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, 401K, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for all full-time positions!
As an Armed Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.
Responsibilities:
* Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
* Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
* Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Minimum Requirements:
* Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles
* Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
* As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
* As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
* Participate in industry specific security/safety training programs
* Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
* A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only
Perks and Benefits:
* Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
* Flexible part time and full-time schedules that fit with your personal life goals
* Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
* Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…
Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
As an Armed Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.
Responsibilities:
* Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
* Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
* Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Minimum Requirements:
* Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles
* Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
* As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
* As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
* Participate in industry specific security/safety training programs
* Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
* A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only
Perks and Benefits:
* Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
* Flexible part time and full-time schedules that fit with your personal life goals
* Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
* Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…
Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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Armor officer job description example 2
Internal Security Associates, Llc armor officer job description
Immediate hiring needs Boston!
Full Time Suit /Tie/ Plain Clothes/ Armed Security Officers Starting salary $22.00 per hour for highly qualified candidates, commensurate with assignment and experience.
Internal Security Associates, LLC (ISA) is a highly professional private security firm seeking highly qualified current and/or former military and/or trained law enforcement/security personnel to work as armed security officers in the Boston Metro area, North Shore, South Shore, Metro West, Western MA as well as Fall River, New Bedford and Cape Cod areas. Candidates must have significant military, law enforcement or armed security training and experience as indicated below. The position requires strong communication skills, a command presence, report writing capabilities, as well as the ability to act in a customer service capacity. Military experience in either force protection and/or PSD/military police units and/or combat deployments, is highly desirable. ISA provides continuous armed security at state government buildings, schools, colleges, foreign consulates as well as for many private sector clients. We are a 24/7 company so team members need to be able to work the shifts and locations as needed by our clients. In addition to the requirement of military, law enforcement/armed security training and experience, this position requires a clean criminal record and a positive employment history. Qualified candidates will undergo extensive interviews as well as comprehensive background/criminal history investigations and drug testing. Candidates with a military background must provide a copy of their latest DD214. Candidates will not be granted an interview for armed positions without the necessary experience and either an unrestricted, employment purposes or non-resident MA Class-A License to Carry Firearms. Selected candidates should expect to be held to standards similar to those found in military and police organizations Experience Requirements
+ Relevant Military and/or Law Enforcement Experience.
AND/OR
+ Completed Massachusetts Reserve Intermittent Academy or Mass Criminal Justice Training Council and additional relevant Law Enforcement Experience
AND
+ The ability to demonstrate proficiency in handgun use through qualifications, courses, training, certifications, employment or other means equivalent to Military or Police training.
+ Unrestricted/Employment/Non-Resident Class-A Massachusetts LTC
Primary Job Duties
+ Patrols and High Level Security Details
+ Post/access control/Weapon Screening
+ Report Writing
+ Emergency/Incident Response
+ Threat Assessment & Risk Mitigation
+ Conflict De-escalation
In addition to a highly competitive starting salary, our organization offers excellent advancement opportunities for motivated, hard-working individuals. We constantly seek to advance our most successful security officers into supervisory roles, and the experience and training provided by our organization provides an excellent preparation for careers in municipal, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Full time positions also offer shared cost health insurance and paid vacation after 90 days of employment. ISA is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of compliance with all federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. ISA is also a long-term member of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) and is fully committed to supporting the Massachusetts military community.
Full Time Suit /Tie/ Plain Clothes/ Armed Security Officers Starting salary $22.00 per hour for highly qualified candidates, commensurate with assignment and experience.
Internal Security Associates, LLC (ISA) is a highly professional private security firm seeking highly qualified current and/or former military and/or trained law enforcement/security personnel to work as armed security officers in the Boston Metro area, North Shore, South Shore, Metro West, Western MA as well as Fall River, New Bedford and Cape Cod areas. Candidates must have significant military, law enforcement or armed security training and experience as indicated below. The position requires strong communication skills, a command presence, report writing capabilities, as well as the ability to act in a customer service capacity. Military experience in either force protection and/or PSD/military police units and/or combat deployments, is highly desirable. ISA provides continuous armed security at state government buildings, schools, colleges, foreign consulates as well as for many private sector clients. We are a 24/7 company so team members need to be able to work the shifts and locations as needed by our clients. In addition to the requirement of military, law enforcement/armed security training and experience, this position requires a clean criminal record and a positive employment history. Qualified candidates will undergo extensive interviews as well as comprehensive background/criminal history investigations and drug testing. Candidates with a military background must provide a copy of their latest DD214. Candidates will not be granted an interview for armed positions without the necessary experience and either an unrestricted, employment purposes or non-resident MA Class-A License to Carry Firearms. Selected candidates should expect to be held to standards similar to those found in military and police organizations Experience Requirements
+ Relevant Military and/or Law Enforcement Experience.
AND/OR
+ Completed Massachusetts Reserve Intermittent Academy or Mass Criminal Justice Training Council and additional relevant Law Enforcement Experience
AND
+ The ability to demonstrate proficiency in handgun use through qualifications, courses, training, certifications, employment or other means equivalent to Military or Police training.
+ Unrestricted/Employment/Non-Resident Class-A Massachusetts LTC
Primary Job Duties
+ Patrols and High Level Security Details
+ Post/access control/Weapon Screening
+ Report Writing
+ Emergency/Incident Response
+ Threat Assessment & Risk Mitigation
+ Conflict De-escalation
In addition to a highly competitive starting salary, our organization offers excellent advancement opportunities for motivated, hard-working individuals. We constantly seek to advance our most successful security officers into supervisory roles, and the experience and training provided by our organization provides an excellent preparation for careers in municipal, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Full time positions also offer shared cost health insurance and paid vacation after 90 days of employment. ISA is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of compliance with all federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. ISA is also a long-term member of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) and is fully committed to supporting the Massachusetts military community.
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Armor officer job description example 3
St. Luke's Hospital armor officer job description
Performs the primary function of protecting the interests and property of the hospital or facility of which assigned. Performs the primary function of service and protection to the hospital's or facility's employees, patients and visitors. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission and values.
Principle Accountabilities: % Of Time Spent
1. Answers and responds to all calls for service or protection. (10%)
2. Provides specific protection to patients, employees and visitors toward the prevention of theft, vandalism and criminal offenses. (10%)
3. Checks premises for obvious safety hazards, including yet not limited to electrical,combustible or mechanical and reports discrepancies to the shift supervisor and prepares a security incident report with regard to initial discoveries and circumstances. (10%)
4. Maintain order in accordance with established policies during actual emergencies or practice drills of fire, disaster or infant abduction. (10%)
5. Observes employee, visitor or patron activities and reports unusual or suspicious acts to the shift supervisor. (10%)
6. Conducts preliminary investigations and prepares reports through oral or written communication involving incidents of loss, theft, vehicular accident, personal injury or any other matter deemed related as a liability or circumstance related to the hospital. (10%)
7. Operates security communications equipment including two way radios, digital pagers,telephones, cellular phones and fax machines. (10%)
8. Assists motorists with minor difficulties to include: lockouts, battery assists and flat tire repair. (10%)
9. Extends assistance, either self-initiated or upon demand, in a courteous and polite manner. (5%)
10. Provide services related to that of a valet parking attendant in servicing medical office building patrons and hospital patients and visitors in complimentary parking. (5%)
11. Performs other work related duties as assigned by or requested. (5%)
Total 100%
Education
High school diploma or GED required.
Experience
Must be able to obtain an Armed Security Officer License from St. Louis County within 60 days or will be separated from employment. Possess a current state driver's license from state of residence with a minimum Class E type license
Working Conditions
Employee is required to sit occasionally, stand continuously and walk frequently. Employee must lift/carry a light (1-20 lbs) or medium (21-50 lbs) loads frequently and a heavy (50 lbs+) load occasionally. Employee may be required to lift over 100 lbs with assistance occasionally. Employee is occasionally required to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, climb and lift waist to overhead occasionally. Employee is occasionally required to reach forward and reach overhead. For repetitive action, employee is required to use both hands for simple grasping and pushing/pulling frequently. Employee is occasionally exposed to electrical hazards, fumes, chemicals, blood borne pathogens and CRT terminal work. Employee must have manual dexterity to operate motor vehicle and handle safely personal duty firearm. Employee must qualify on an approved firearm's range two times per year. Speech, hearing and near visual acuity are essential. Employee is required to work in weather climates that are considered adverse, such as extremes in temperature or elements continuously. Employee may be required to work any shift, due to 24 hour, 7 day per week operation. (Occasionally: 1-33%, Frequently: 34-66%, Continuously: 67-100%) The most significant of duties are included but this does not exclude occasional work assignments not mentioned or developmental duties.
Job Relationships: Member of a support department that interacts regularly with patients, physicians, visitors, volunteers, vendors and other employees.
Takes direction from: Director of Security, Manager, Captain, Lieutenants, Sergeants and Corporals
Provides direction to: Fellow Security Officers when in a lead role
Mission/Values
Mission
Faithful to our Episcopal-Presbyterian heritage and its ministry of healing, St. Luke's is dedicated to improving the health of the communities we serve.
Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence and respect for each other and those we serve.
Vision
As an independent healthcare network, we create healthy communities in the region through our commitment to high quality, safe and personalized services.
Core Values
Human Dignity
We accept and treat all persons as being created in the image of God.
Compassion
We respond with caring to the needs of others as if they were members of our family.
Justice
We honor each person's rights and responsibilities in light of the common good.
Excellence
We set and strive to attain high standards of performance and continuous improvement.
Stewardship
We use our talents and resources wisely, with honesty and integrity.
Principle Accountabilities: % Of Time Spent
1. Answers and responds to all calls for service or protection. (10%)
2. Provides specific protection to patients, employees and visitors toward the prevention of theft, vandalism and criminal offenses. (10%)
3. Checks premises for obvious safety hazards, including yet not limited to electrical,combustible or mechanical and reports discrepancies to the shift supervisor and prepares a security incident report with regard to initial discoveries and circumstances. (10%)
4. Maintain order in accordance with established policies during actual emergencies or practice drills of fire, disaster or infant abduction. (10%)
5. Observes employee, visitor or patron activities and reports unusual or suspicious acts to the shift supervisor. (10%)
6. Conducts preliminary investigations and prepares reports through oral or written communication involving incidents of loss, theft, vehicular accident, personal injury or any other matter deemed related as a liability or circumstance related to the hospital. (10%)
7. Operates security communications equipment including two way radios, digital pagers,telephones, cellular phones and fax machines. (10%)
8. Assists motorists with minor difficulties to include: lockouts, battery assists and flat tire repair. (10%)
9. Extends assistance, either self-initiated or upon demand, in a courteous and polite manner. (5%)
10. Provide services related to that of a valet parking attendant in servicing medical office building patrons and hospital patients and visitors in complimentary parking. (5%)
11. Performs other work related duties as assigned by or requested. (5%)
Total 100%
Education
High school diploma or GED required.
Experience
Must be able to obtain an Armed Security Officer License from St. Louis County within 60 days or will be separated from employment. Possess a current state driver's license from state of residence with a minimum Class E type license
Working Conditions
Employee is required to sit occasionally, stand continuously and walk frequently. Employee must lift/carry a light (1-20 lbs) or medium (21-50 lbs) loads frequently and a heavy (50 lbs+) load occasionally. Employee may be required to lift over 100 lbs with assistance occasionally. Employee is occasionally required to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, climb and lift waist to overhead occasionally. Employee is occasionally required to reach forward and reach overhead. For repetitive action, employee is required to use both hands for simple grasping and pushing/pulling frequently. Employee is occasionally exposed to electrical hazards, fumes, chemicals, blood borne pathogens and CRT terminal work. Employee must have manual dexterity to operate motor vehicle and handle safely personal duty firearm. Employee must qualify on an approved firearm's range two times per year. Speech, hearing and near visual acuity are essential. Employee is required to work in weather climates that are considered adverse, such as extremes in temperature or elements continuously. Employee may be required to work any shift, due to 24 hour, 7 day per week operation. (Occasionally: 1-33%, Frequently: 34-66%, Continuously: 67-100%) The most significant of duties are included but this does not exclude occasional work assignments not mentioned or developmental duties.
Job Relationships: Member of a support department that interacts regularly with patients, physicians, visitors, volunteers, vendors and other employees.
Takes direction from: Director of Security, Manager, Captain, Lieutenants, Sergeants and Corporals
Provides direction to: Fellow Security Officers when in a lead role
Mission/Values
Mission
Faithful to our Episcopal-Presbyterian heritage and its ministry of healing, St. Luke's is dedicated to improving the health of the communities we serve.
Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence and respect for each other and those we serve.
Vision
As an independent healthcare network, we create healthy communities in the region through our commitment to high quality, safe and personalized services.
Core Values
Human Dignity
We accept and treat all persons as being created in the image of God.
Compassion
We respond with caring to the needs of others as if they were members of our family.
Justice
We honor each person's rights and responsibilities in light of the common good.
Excellence
We set and strive to attain high standards of performance and continuous improvement.
Stewardship
We use our talents and resources wisely, with honesty and integrity.
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Updated March 14, 2024