Juneau - Armed Security Guard

Title: Armed Security Guard
- Juneau Based

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday
- Friday, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm (State and Federal Holidays Paid Days Off)

Compensation: $45+ per hour, depending on experience

Experience

Required:

5+ years in State or Municipality Law Enforcement preferred. Department of Corrections/Department of Juvenile Justice experience will additionally be considered but will require a waiver.

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off: PTO accrual will begin upon the start of the position.

A Signal Armed Security Guard will conduct security services for the surveillance and protection against fire, theft, pilferage, malicious injury, and destruction. Armed security guards, equipped with concealed weapons, shall be dressed in a soft uniform for roving patrols and posted at the main lobby entrance of the facility assigned. Armed Security Guards play a vital role by actively observing their surroundings, positively engaging with customers, associates, and responding to emergency situations.

All duties listed below are minimum requirements – additional duties listed in the site’s Post Orders are requirements as well.

• Provide reasonable health security and infection prevention controls and screenings, as well as provide escort service to and from staff personnel and State vehicles.
• Will conduct and deliver Dedicated services that reflect the company’s values, expectations and consistent service in alignment with site expectations/post orders.
• Will write detailed and accurate reports utilizing company technology during each shift that align with site instruction/post orders.
• Interacting with internal and external personnel on site and promptly report any information that may impact the relationship of the Client to their direct supervisor, the Site Lead Guard or the contract coordinator.
• Responsible for the care of any Signal equipment assigned during shift including company phone, access keys/cards and devices, etc.
• Manage daily activities while meeting key benchmarks and expectations set by direct Supervisor such as reporting standards, service quality and performance in line with site specific policies and procedures.
• Communicate with direct Supervisor to receive and disseminate information through daily huddles, such as the Client needs through post orders to ensure operational excellence and efficiency.

• 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years prior state or large municipality law enforcement experience preferred, Department of Corrections/Department of Juvenile Justice experience will additionally be considered but will require a waiver.
• Pass a background check and drug test
• Must be able to obtain an Alaska Armed Guard License
• Complete Signal Performance Institute training modules within first month of assignment
• Excellent organization, oral, and written communication skills
• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
• Ability to conform to established procedures and to help identify and solve problems
• Ability to get along with other employees, follow directions, work under stress, add value and continuously improve
• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times
• Must be able to move equipment weighing up to 20 pounds
• Ability to stand and patrol on foot for extended periods of time (4, 6, 8, 10 hours)
• Must be able to professionally wear a Signal guard's uniform

Signal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status or veteran status. The company commits to providing equal employment opportunities in all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, promotion and termination.

The executive staff and all managerial personnel are committed to this policy.