Armed Security Officer​/Driver

Job Title:
Armed Security Officer/Driver

Minimum Age Requirement: Applicants must be 25 years of age or older due to insurance requirements for operating company vehicles.

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.25 Hourly

Job Shift: Must be available to work EVENINGS, OVERNIGHTS and WEEKENDS

Job Category: Field Officer

Kates Detective Agency, a licensed and highly respected security firm operating in Chicago, is currently seeking professional Armed Security Officer/Drivers to join our growing team. This position involves patrolling client properties, ensuring safety, and driving company vehicles as part of security operations.

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• On the spot interviews are held on Tuesday and Thursday each week
• Walkin with all credentials on Tuesday or Thursday from 10:00am until 2:00pm at 7815 S. Western Chicago, IL. No appointment needed
• Credentials must be original documents only; no emails will be accepted

• Valid PERC Card (expires 5/31/2027) (Must be printed out from IDFPR website)
• FOID Card (Physical card, no digital copies)
• 20-Hour Unarmed Training Certificate (original) (No screenshots)
• 40-Hour Firearm Training Certificate (original) (No screenshots)
• Photo  (Physical card, no digital copies)
• Social Security Card or Birth Certificate (Physical card, no digital copies)
• High School Diploma/Transcripts or GED Certificate (must include graduation date) (physical document)

• 25+ years of age
• Clean driving record/No tickets or moving Violations
• Armed CREDENTIALS (FOID card, 40 HR Armed Training Certificate, recent firearm requalification)
• Handcuff certification
• Must have a valid Driver's License (Active for the last two years)
• High School Diploma, GED/Transcripts required
• 2 Plus years of experience as a Security Officer is required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Capable of following complex instructions
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness to participate in the company's screening process, including drug screening, background investigation, and psychological screening
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures
• Must be able to work weekends and or holidays
• Must have open availability to work any shift

• Ensure the security, safety and well-being of all personnel, visitors and the premises
• Maintain professional demeanor and deliver excellent customer service
• Adhere to all company service and operating standards by acting lawfully, ethically, honestly, and professionally always
• Remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Immediately respond to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers
• Protect the company's assets relative to theft, assault, fire and other safety issues
• Follow all client site specific duties, as required and outlined in post-orders
• Operate agency vehicles for patrol and incident response
• Provide high-visibility security presence at client sites
• Patrol designated locations by foot and/or vehicle
• Monitor and report suspicious activity or safety hazards
• Complete incident reports and documentation accurately and on time
• Communicate with supervisors and dispatch as needed
• Assist with emergency response and de-escalation, if necessary