Armed Mobile Patrol (Position Located in Northwest Suburbs)

***ASSIGNEMNT LOCATION: Niles, IL and Skokie, IL*** Advanced Security Solutions is seeking hardworking, reliable, enthusiastic and passionateArmed Security Personnelto join our team of trainedArmed Security Officers.As an Armed security officer you will undertake the surveillance and protection of patrons, properties and facilities. In addition, you will be responsible for detecting any suspicious activity happening, preventing vandalism, thefts or any other criminal behavior. The Armed Security Officer duties are as follows, duties include but are not limited to: • OBSERVE - Provide maximum awareness, look for inconsistencies. • REPORT - Document information; incidents, critical situation, etc. • DETER - Exhibit positive presence, mindset, and mentality at all times. • Other duties as assigned. Qualified applicants for the position will meet the minimum requirements, as described below: • MUST HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY, including weekend availability • Must have active P.E.R.C • Must have active F.O.I.D card • Must have active Original Firearms Training #230 (Semi-Auto) • Must have requalification for semi-auto, within past year. • Must have past FCC (Firearms Control Card) • Must have a valid driver's license • High school diploma or equivalent • Must be 21 years of age or older • Must have own vehicle • Must have 1yr armed security experience • Must pass Scenario Based Training (SBT/both days), there is a $275 Course Fee for Scenario based training (weekly payroll deductions available). • Must posses all armed equipment • As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation. • As a condition of employment, employee must be able to successfully pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test. Essential Physical and Mental Functions: • Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet) • Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift • Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties • Occasionally lift or carry up to 50lbs. • Run as needed • Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and other administrative tasks • Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination • Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones • Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat; Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments • Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines • Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills • Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions • Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment). We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $22.00 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Health insurance • Referral program • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • Do you own a level 3A ballistic vest? • Do you own a duty weapon? • Do you own a level 3 holster? Education: • High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: • Armed Security : 3 years (Required) Language: • English (Required) License/Certification: • PERC (Required) • FOID (Required) • Original Firearms Training Certificate (#230 Semi-Auto) (Required) Shift availability: • Night Shift (Required) • Overnight Shift (Required) Work Location: In person