Armed Protective Security Officer (Federal Government)- Hoover, AL - Valentis
Helena, AL 35080
About the Job
Job description
Valentis Group, Inc. is hiring immediately! This position is for a contract directly with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and is responsible for the protection of government-managed property, Valentis is looking for a full-time armed security officer to work Monday - Friday, daytime hours.
Please visit our website at www.valentisinc.com/careers to submit your application today. Once completed, our recruiter will review and contact you, if qualified, to schedule a phone interview.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Responsible for processing electronic access control requests
· Monitor CCTV and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) alarms
· Incident response
· Roving patrol
· Other tasks as needed to support the safety mission for the client
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must possess a valid Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB) armed guard certification
- Be a minimum of 21 years of age; fluent in speaking, reading, comprehending, and writing English due to the nature of the position.
- Prior sworn law enforcement or military experience is preferred, but not required, or at minimum prior armed security experience is required.
- Must be able to pass a government background check and pass a drug screening
- Must be able to pass a Public Trust background check as required by DHS
- Must have a High School Diploma, or received a GED
- Must be able to complete Qualifying Readiness Standards (QRS) established by Valentis in defensive tactics, CPR/First Aid/AED, duty pistol, OC Pepper Spray, and expandable baton as well as other modules deemed necessary
- Must be able to pass a physical agility test, as deemed necessary
AVAILABLE SHIFTS: Monday-Friday, morning to afternoon hours. No overnight or weekend shifts are required unless an emergency has been declared. This is a full-time position.
BENEFITS:
- 401K matching plan
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Paid Federal Holidays
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $26.60 per hour (fully Loaded-with health and wellness included) see below
BENEFITS
NOTE: Health and Welfare benefit allotment is only provided if the employee elects to pursue their own insurance and not Valentis paid benefits.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (deductibles and co-payments will apply).
• Disability Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Retirement Plan.
• Other benefits as applicable through our Administrative Manual.
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Armed guard: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ASRB (Required)