Summary
Armed Security Guard
IDS International is looking for a full-time Armed Security Guard to support our contract overseeing the Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri and will report to our Program Manager. Responsibilities include maintaining visibility, patrolling the facility, securing access points, registering guests, detaining violators, and providing security during special events.
Required Qualifications:
- Be a citizen of the United States AND be at least 21 years of age
- Have the ability to pass all pre-employment physicals and testing as the job requires standing for extended periods of time
- Received a minimum high school diploma or GED
- Three years of military, security or law enforcement experience within the last 5 years
- Applicants should be proficient with firearms and pass a firearms qualification course
- Have working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Shifts available: Night shift. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email accommodation@idsinternational.com and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email. Group ID: 10397634
Job Description
Armed Security Guard
IDS International is looking for a full-time Armed Security Guard to support our contract overseeing the Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri and will report to our Program Manager. Responsibilities include maintaining visibility, patrolling the facility, securing access points, registering guests, detaining violators, and providing security during special events.
Required Qualifications:
- Be a citizen of the United States AND be at least 21 years of age
- Have the ability to pass all pre-employment physicals and testing as the job requires standing for extended periods of time
- Received a minimum high school diploma or GED
- Three years of military, security or law enforcement experience within the last 5 years
- Applicants should be proficient with firearms and pass a firearms qualification course
- Have working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Shifts available: Night shift. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email accommodation@idsinternational.com and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email. Group ID: 10397634
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