Armed Security Officer
CPT Security Services
- Jersey City, NJ
- $22.00-25.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Possess a valid Current State of New Jersey Guard Card issued (Armed Sora)
- Possess a valid Current State of New Jersey Qualified Firearm Permit
- Must be able to complete additional training if required
- Possess a Current New Jersey Driver’s License and have No DMV points against them (if using company or client vehicle)
- Be at least 25 Years Old• Minimum three (1)-year Armed Security Officer experience required
- Be able and willing to work flexible work schedules
- Possess a valid High School Diploma, foreign equivalent or earned GED Certificate
- Have own reliable transportation and capable of work with-in 40-Mile radius from Home
- No Illegal Drug Use
- Each Candidate must pass a drug screening test with negative result
- (except when undergoing documented medical treatment by a NJ Licensed Physician)
- Prior Military Experience, must present a valid Discharge Form DD214, upon Job offer
- Able to hear conversation clearly at normal-voice level; fluently speak and understand both conversational and written English; and able to pass Job Physical examination, if required
- Able to successfully complete all training & certifications required for the position being hired
- Possess sufficient skills to operate cellphone and /or portable two-way radio
- Proven ability to interact cordially and communicate with the Public
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Active listening skills
- Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively
- Ability to identify escalating conditions and quickly mitigate same
- Physical Job Requirements: Standing and walking for long periods•Some sitting and minimal to no stooping or kneeling required | Responsibilities
- Perform security foot patrols
- Monitor site conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
- Communicate by use of provided software for reporting using Smart Phone, 2-way radio, cellphone and computer
- Respond to alarms, notify police or fire department in case of an emergency or the presence of unauthorized persons
- Verbally warn violators of rule infractions
- Allow authorized persons to enter property and monitor access points
- Monitor and enforce Property Removal, as well as deter theft•Investigate and prepare Incident Reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
- Maintain professional demeanor and assist•customers, employees and visitors in a courteous manner
Providing a visual deterrent by walking, conducting stationary surveillance, and interacting with people, changing conditions and on-going site activitiesCompany Overview:
CPT incorporates core values of honor, courage, and integrity into our daily business practices. This mantra is our blueprint for success. CPT has the reach of a large scale organization, with the flexibility and customer service attributes of a small business.Mandatory Position Qualifications!
Each Candidate must meet the following Mandatory Qualifications for this position:
- Possess a valid Current State of New Jersey ARMED SORA Card .
- Possess a valid Current State of New Jersey Carry LICENSE.
- Must be able to complete additional training required.
- Possess a Current New Jersey Driver’s License and have No DMV points against them (if using company or client vehicle).
- Be at least 21 Years Old.
- Minimum three (3)-year Armed Security Officer experience required.
- Be able and willing to work flexible work schedules.
- Possess a valid High School Diploma, foreign equivalent or earned GED Certificate.
- Have own reliable transportation and capable of work with-in 30-Mile radius from Home.
- No Illegal Drug Use. Each Candidate must pass a drug screening test with negative result. (except when undergoing documented medical treatment by a NJ Licensed Physician).
- If Prior Military Experience, must present a valid Discharge Form DD214, upon Job offer.
- Able to hear conversation clearly at normal-voice level; fluently speak and understand both conversational and written English; and able to pass Job Physical examination, if required.
- Able to successfully complete all training & certifications required for the position being hired.
- Possess sufficient skills to operate cellphone and /or portable two-way radio.
- Proven ability to interact cordially and communicate with the Public.
- Perform security foot patrols
- Monitor site conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
- Communicate by use using Smart Phone, 2-way radio, cellphone and computer.
- Respond to alarms notify police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
- Verbally warn violators of rule infractions
- Allow authorized persons to enter property and monitor access points.
- Monitor and enforce Property Removal, as well as deter theft
- Investigate and prepare Incident Reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
- Maintain professional demeanor and assist. customers, employees and visitors in a courteous manner.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Active listening skills
- Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively
- Ability to identify escalating conditions and quickly mitigate same.
- Environment: Indoor workspaces, outdoor parking and landscape areas. Temperature ranges from moderate to extreme, by location, time of day and Season.