Armed Retail Security Officer (Part-Time) (Chicago Regional Office)

St. Moritz Security Services, Inc.

Are you looking for a rewarding career in the security industry? Join St. Moritz Security Services, Inc., a well-established company with over 43 years in the industry. No security program can be successfully implemented without quality people to execute the program. The ST. MORITZ DIFFERENCE is our PEOPLE. From the first level security officer to the CEO, St. Moritz is committed from the top down to provide the highest level of service possible.

Job Skills / Requirements

Position Title: Armed Security Officer

Location: Chicago, IL

Schedule: Part-time hours. Monday through Sunday 5pm-9pm

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Requirements:

• Active IL PERC card
• Active IL FOID card Current IL
• Armed Security Training Certificate (40-hour training)
• Own firearm and gun permit

Primary Purpose and Function

The Armed Security Officer is responsible for providing security services at assigned locations with a focus on observing and reporting. Duties include, but are not limited to monitoring and reporting all activity, conducting foot patrols, vehicular patrols, golf cart patrols, and/or bicycle patrol of applicable interior and/or exterior areas; reporting suspicious activities, suspicious persons, writing detailed narrative reports, maintaining daily activity reports (DAR's), enforcing post orders, site rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and responding to emergency situations requiring security assistance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current or prior military experience, or college education in the security field desirable.
• Minimum 1-3 years of professional-level work experience preferred. Prior experience in the security industry, law enforcement, military, and/or customer service highly desired. Experience in scheduling, operations, or other functions of the security industry a plus.
• Must have current PERC registration/permit/license required by the State of Illinois in which the employee is employed. As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test where required by the Company or client. Some clients require additional background screening, testing, and procedures. Additionally, as a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of all necessary registrations/licenses/permits required by the jurisdiction and must carry the appropriate documents at all times while on duty.
• May require a current state driver's license, clean driving record as determined by SMSSI, and the ability to safely operate motor vehicle, golf cart, and/or bicycle if assigned to a position requiring operation of such.
• Ability to provide reliable transportation (or access public transportation) to consistently get to and from work on time is required.
• Ability to write effective, concise, and legible reports.
• Demonstrated ability to be very customer service oriented, with the ability to professionally interact with all levels of individuals in a courteous manner, and to de-escalate situations before they become hostile or unsafe.
• Energetic and focused personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines.
• Professional, articulate, and able to use good independent judgment and discretion.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to successfully interact at all levels within the organization, including with clients, while functioning as a team player.

Education Requirements (All)

HS Diploma GED or H.S. Equivalent

Certification Requirements (All)

IL PERC Card 40-hour IL security training certificate Illinois FOID card

This is a Part-Time position 2nd Shift, Weekends, 5pm to 9pm (All days of the week available).

St. Moritz Security Services, Inc.

Are you looking for a rewarding career in the security industry? Join St. Moritz Security Services, Inc., a well-established company with over 43 years in the industry. No security program can be successfully implemented without quality people to execute the program. The ST. MORITZ DIFFERENCE is our PEOPLE. From the first level security officer to the CEO, St. Moritz is committed from the top down to provide the highest level of service possible.

Job Skills / Requirements

Position Title: Armed Security Officer

Location: Chicago, IL

Schedule: Part-time hours. Monday through Sunday 5pm-9pm

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Requirements:

• Active IL PERC card
• Active IL FOID card Current IL
• Armed Security Training Certificate (40-hour training)
• Own firearm and gun permit

Primary Purpose and Function

The Armed Security Officer is responsible for providing security services at assigned locations with a focus on observing and reporting. Duties include, but are not limited to monitoring and reporting all activity, conducting foot patrols, vehicular patrols, golf cart patrols, and/or bicycle patrol of applicable interior and/or exterior areas; reporting suspicious activities, suspicious persons, writing detailed narrative reports, maintaining daily activity reports (DAR's), enforcing post orders, site rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and responding to emergency situations requiring security assistance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current or prior military experience, or college education in the security field desirable.
• Minimum 1-3 years of professional-level work experience preferred. Prior experience in the security industry, law enforcement, military, and/or customer service highly desired. Experience in scheduling, operations, or other functions of the security industry a plus.
• Must have current PERC registration/permit/license required by the State of Illinois in which the employee is employed. As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test where required by the Company or client. Some clients require additional background screening, testing, and procedures. Additionally, as a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of all necessary registrations/licenses/permits required by the jurisdiction and must carry the appropriate documents at all times while on duty.
• May require a current state driver's license, clean driving record as determined by SMSSI, and the ability to safely operate motor vehicle, golf cart, and/or bicycle if assigned to a position requiring operation of such.
• Ability to provide reliable transportation (or access public transportation) to consistently get to and from work on time is required.
• Ability to write effective, concise, and legible reports.
• Demonstrated ability to be very customer service oriented, with the ability to professionally interact with all levels of individuals in a courteous manner, and to de-escalate situations before they become hostile or unsafe.
• Energetic and focused personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines.
• Professional, articulate, and able to use good independent judgment and discretion.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to successfully interact at all levels within the organization, including with clients, while functioning as a team player.

Education Requirements (All)

HS Diploma GED or H.S. Equivalent

Certification Requirements (All)

IL PERC Card 40-hour IL security training certificate Illinois FOID card

This is a Part-Time position 2nd Shift, Weekends, 5pm to 9pm (All days of the week available).

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