Security Agent

S.O.S. Private security is hiring qualified Full time and Part time Armed and Unarmed Agents. Preference given to U.S. Military Veterans, sworn peace officers, and/or licensed paramedic/firefighters. All agents must be able to obtain licensing through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, are required to score a minimum of 95% passing score on both the written and shooting aspects of the S.O.S. Private Security Training Course. Our firearm licensed training program includes Shotgun, Rifle, Revolver and Semi-Automatic authorized weaponry. This position is for multiple contracts armed and unarmed. New candidates will have to work unarmed assignments until they are able to obtain a Firearms Control Card (FCC) through the Illinois Department of Finacial and Professional Regulation. Responsibilities • Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence • Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people in the property • Remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area • Secure all exits, doors and windows after end of operations • Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts • Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions • Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation • Provide assistance to people in need • Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities • Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrences • Maintain a uniform and grooming standardsSkills • Proven experience as security officer or guard • Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety • Familiarity with report writing • Excellent surveillance and observation skills • Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems • Ability to obtain a PERC card and Firearms Control Card. • High School diploma is requiredJob Type: Full-time Salary: $17.00 - $20.00 Unarmed per hour. Salary: $20.00 - $35.00+ Armed per hour Pay rates are contingent on assignment Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Vision insuranceSchedule: • Assignments available 7 days a week depending on assignment location.Education: • High school or equivalent (Preferred)Experience: • Security: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification: • Driver's License, PERC, 230 Firearm Training number, and FOID (Preferred)Work Location: Multiple locations in the Chicagoland area.