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Armed Security Guard Jobs in Atlanta, GA at State of Georgia
Armed Security Guard (Facility Security Officer 2)
Job Code: PST051
Pay Grade: LE
Georgia Department of Labor is actively hiring candidates for Armed Security Guard (full-time) positions. This position is a highly-visible, public safety position that requires the applicant to be courteous, polite, and informative to agency staff, vendors, and customers.
Under general supervision, guards, patrols, or monitors premises, facilities, and other areas to prevent theft, violence, and infractions of rules. The Security Guard will secure and protect the facility in case of fires, natural disasters, or other hazardous events. This position is located in downtown Atlanta. Position may require up to 10% of travel.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
Manages traffic flow and enforces parking regulations
Warns person of rule infractions or violations, and apprehends or evicts violators from premises, using force if necessary.
Answers alarms and investigates disturbances
Inspects assigned area for fire or environmental hazards.
Monitors and authorizes entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against and maintain security of premises.
Patrols premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
Responds to fire, natural disasters, or other hazardous events
Writes reports of daily activities and irregularities
Qualifications
Must have High School Diploma or GED
Must have One (1) year of security (armed) or law enforcement experience
Must have a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
Must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check
Must have reliable transportation
Must be able to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings and weekends
Must possess and demonstrate the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
After a contingent offer of employment is made, the following will occur:
Drug and Alcohol Test
Medical exam
Criminal Background check
Physical fitness test
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to operate instructional equipment and computers. Must be able to lift and/or move objects up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance, close, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus. Corrective lenses may be used to meet these requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, preference may be given to applicants who possess and demonstrate previous working experience in a safety monitoring environment, or law enforcement or military experience.
The State of Georgia and Georgia Department of Labor offers a generous benefit program with wide variety of available choices:
Retirement and Savings Plans
Health Insurance (multiple plans)
Flexible / Voluntary Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
Long Term Care
Legal
Paid Time Off
13 Holidays
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
Other Leave, including Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Employee Purchasing Program
Additional Information
Because of the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the posted close date, once a suitable applicant pool is identified.
The hiring process may involve one or more of the following: an interview, a timed written exercise, and/or an oral presentation. If there is a need for a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please advise the hiring manager.
All decisions concerning the employment relationship for qualified applicants will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with the Georgia Department of Labor values and will not be tolerated. Furthermore, such discrimination or harassment may violate federal, state, or local law.
High school diploma or GED AND One year of related experience. Note: Some positions may require P.O.S.T. certification. Note: Some positions may require area specific certifications or eligibility.
Title: Armed Security Guard
Company: State of Georgia
Location: Atlanta, GA
