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Job Description

Overview:

  • CURRENT OPOTA CERTIFICATION RECOMMENDED

Seeking Armed and Unarmed Security Agents to protect staff and observe and report at various locations throughout Columbus OH. This is NOT a loss prevention role, it is strictly to provide a deterrent and observe and report. Guards will utilize smart phone app to fill out reports and to clock in/out.

Duties:

  • Protect personnel inside the facility
  • De-escalate any potentially dangerous confrontations as effectively as possible
  • Utilize force only when absolutely necessary and as a last resort
  • Interact with staff and customers with professionally, and greet all customers as they enter and exit
  • Observe and report any incidents
  • Utilize proper chain-of-command to conduct incident reports
  • Collaborate with local law enforcement agencies when necessary

Requirements:

  • Miliary or prior law enforcement experience is strongly preferred
  • Previous experience in a security-related role is required
  • Proper weapons handling and competition of OPOTA 20-hour course is preferred
  • Training and experience in trauma first aid is preferred (Stop The Bleed, TCCC, CLS)
  • Knowledge of surveillance operations is preferred
  • Strong conflict management skills to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally
  • Excellent observation skills to identify potential threats or risks
  • Strong attention to detail and observation skills
  • Customer service skills
  • Well groomed and neat kept appearance
  • Agents must provide their own sidearm with open carry holster, black plate carrier with security patch and three magazines with two mag pouches
  • Ability to use smart phone app to create reports and clock in/out

We offer competitive pay based on experience and qualifications. This application is for those seeking part time or full-time work. We have various sites throughout the state if applicants are able and willing to travel. Our company offers work at for both permanent and temporary job sites, which include armed and unarmed security roles.

If you are dedicated, reliable, and committed to ensuring the safety and security of others, we encourage you to apply for this position. Please submit your resume along with relevant certifications or licenses. We are a veteran owned and operated company that encourages all military veterans and/or reserve military personnel to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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