Armed Officer - CoCo Farms Concord

*This posting is for our location in Concord, CA.*

Are you a career driven individual/leader who is seeking opportunity within an organization that can help you develop personally and professionally?

We are looking for an amazing Professional Armed Security Officer to join our team and we want to get to know YOU!

We offer competitive wages, phenomenal benefits, and a generous PTO package for full-time employees.

Our Armed Security Officers play a vital role by actively observing their surroundings, positively engaging with customers and associates, and responding to emergency situations. 

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour/depending on experience. 

Required Duties:  

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking or carrying forbidden articles.
• Monitor entrances and exits and permit authorized persons to enter property.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.
• Provide assistance to customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous manner.

Essential Job Functions:

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Duties may include sitting and standing or walking in inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to occasionally lift items not to exceed 20 pounds. 

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent education preferred
• One year experience in retail, customer service and/or hospitality required. 
• Five years experience in security preferred. 

Competencies:

• Demonstrates proficiency in sound decision making and defensive tactics.
• Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Active listening skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively.
• Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Attention to detail.

Required Certifications:

• Posses a VALID BSIS Guard Card.
• Posses a VALID BSIS Exposed Firearm Permit.
• Obtain a California Baton Permit within 3 months of hire.
• Obtain a Taser Permit within 3 months of hire.
• Obtain a O/C Spray Permit within 3 months of hire.

Other Misc. Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Background check required.
• Professional, tidy appearance and good personal hygiene.
• Must be able to accommodate scheduling expectations including weekend, evening, and holiday shifts.
• Must be on time and ready to work when scheduled with reliable transportation.
• Valid California Driver’s License or State issued ID Card.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen authorized to legally work in the United States.

We are an equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.