Armed Security Officer - FPS/DHS Contract

Department:FPS TN Trainee

Location:Chattanooga, TN

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MaxSent's Officers are the foundation of success at MaxSent. The goal is to create and preserve an environment where employees, visitors, and properties are safe and well-protected. Working with MaxSent offers a variety of employment opportunities for your unique career plan! Whether you-re a part-timer or a careerist MaxSent gives you the training and development to learn and grow.

Now hiring an Armed Security Officer in Chattanooga,TN

As a full-time, employee of MaxSent, the following benefits may be available:

• Major Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Predominately Monday- Friday schedule

• Paid vacation

• 401K

• Opportunities for additional training to aid in yourdevelopment.

Essential Functions:Protective Security Officers may be asked to perform a variety of duties at the facility where they are assigned including:

• Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property.

• Build, improve, and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests.

• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing.

• Handle security issues and emergency situations according to MaxSent protocol.

• Understand site-specific operations including manuals and post orders.

• Greet visitors and employees in a cheerful and welcoming manner.

• Answer questions and assist visitors and employees.

• Remain flexible to ever changing environment; adapts well to different situations.

• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle.

• Answer phones greet guests and employees.

• Monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements AND possess a high school diploma or GED.

• Must meet at least ONE of the following italicized criteria:

• 2 years of armed security experience

• 2 years of military or National Guard service (active or reserve),

• Successful completion of state-certified law enforcement education and training, or

• Successful completion of police officers' standard training courses.

• Candidates should have prior firearms experience.

• DHS Homeland Security Federal Protective Service Clearance preferred.

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills required, verbal and written fluency in English is required.

• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with the ability to work independently.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing for the purpose of public interaction and report writing.

• Neat and professional appearance.

• Friendly and professional demeanor.

• Ability to provide quality customer service.

• Ability to handle emergency situations efficiently and effectively at client site.

MaxSent is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $24.63/Hourly

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