Armed Protective Security Officer (Federal Government)- Hoover, AL - Valentis

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)