Security Guard - Armed jobs in Stratford, CT

Armed Shift Supervisor- Day/Swing Shift

Location:  Bridgeport, CT

Pay: $21.50/hr

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Benefits Perks: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Vacation, Employee Discounts, Wellness and Financial Programs

We help make your world a safer place. 

Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47 countries and have 355,000 employees worldwide and over 150,000 clients.

Securitas plays an essential role for our clients and in society. The Armed Security Officer position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations. They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Frequently our Armed Security Officers will provide customer service and information to a client’s employees and customers and serve as a physical deterrent.

Armed Shift Supervisor Requirements:

• Active Connecticut State Guard Card 
• Active Connecticut State Pistol Permit 
• Active Connecticut State Driver's License 
• High School Diploma or GED 
• Previous Military/Law Enforcement Experience Desired
• 3 years of Security Experience
• 1 year of Management Experience
• Calm, polite, and professional demeanor.
• Reliable and self-motivated.
• High level customer service
• Personal Transportation

JOB SUMMARY: 

Manages the security services and related operations provided to an assigned account including client service and problem resolution, service enhancement and expansion, new business development, operational effectiveness, preparation of post orders, staffing, scheduling, supervision, and training. 

Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties, or tasks not specifically listed herein. 

• In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions. 

• All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical, and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives. 

• Serves as a key point of client contact to ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service for assigned account; evaluates service quality and initiates any necessary corrective action in a timely manner. 
• Prepares and coordinates staffing schedules for account, in collaboration with line management as necessary; acts to ensure that scheduling is handled effectively to meet client requirements while controlling labor costs; reviews Security Officer site reports to verify post orders and client directives have been satisfactorily followed; personally, inspects all posts as part the evaluation of security staff. 

Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing): 

• If required for assigned accounts, must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers. 
•  Must be able to meet and continue to meet requirements for specific skills, certifications or authorizations specified for the assigned accounts. 
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures. 
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures.
• Skill in staff supervision, including assigning work and providing training and discipline. 
• Ability to provide positive direction and motivate performance.
• Understanding of a variety of security and safety devices and controls. 
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments. 
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances. 
• Knowledge of business operations management and human resources administration.
• Use of personal computer and spreadsheet software. 
• Ability to synthesize business/financial data and develop recommendations.
• Planning, organizing and leadership skills. 
• Oral and written communications skills.
• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation. 
• Ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to be an effective leader and member of project teams. 
• Ability to take initiative and achieve results.
• Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently. 
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.

  WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands): With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: 

• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations. 
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey. 
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently. 
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information. 
• May require regular use of vehicle and frequent travel in the performance of duties. 
• Regular talking and hearing.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Conducting oral presentations and group meetings.
• Directing, motivating, training, coaching, and disciplining staff in a positive manner. 
• Reading and analyzing reports and financial data, including related computer usage. 
• Responding on an on-call basis to emergencies and incidents at all hours.

Our highly sought-after Armed Security Officer positions include full training.  If you have experience in security, law enforcement or military you are a great fit for this role.

Are you interested in being part of our Team? 

• Apply quickly and efficiently online  
• Interview from the convenience of your own home 
• Weekly pay every Thursday 
• Competitive benefits 
• Flexible schedules    

With over 80 years of protecting the things that matter, we’ve seen more than most. That’s why Securitas is the partner of choice for companies and an employer of choice for candidates worldwide.

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