Armed Security Officer - Fps/Dhs Contract

MaxSent is actively hiring candidates for Armed Protective Security Officer positions in Harrisburg Pennsylvania Locations Berks Bradford Columbia Harrisburg Lackawanna Lehigh Luzerne Lycoming Monroe Northampton Schuylkill Cambria Indiana Somerset York Adams Lancaster Lebanon Dauphin Blair Centre Clearfield Cumberland Mifflin Synder and Franklin MaxSents 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 are a part timer or a careerist MaxSent gives you the training and development to learn and grow The Perks Best Job in the area

Predominately Monday Friday work schedule

Most Federal Holidays off

Paid sick and vacation leave401KOpportunities for additional training to aid in your development

Essential Functions 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 GEDMust meet at least ONE of the following italicized criteria2 years of armed security experience2 years of military or National Guard service active or reserve

Successful completion of state certified law enforcement education and training orSuccessful completion of police officers standard training courses

Candidates should have prior firearms experience

Must have valid ACT 235DHS Homeland Security Federal Protective Service Clearance preferred

Outstanding interpersonal and communications 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

Candidates must complete pre employment background drug screen physical exam and reference check

Pay 3335 2835hr 500 Health & Welfare MaxSent is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce We are an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisions without regard to race color religion sex gender gender identity or expression national origin age veteran status disability or any other protected class