Security Agent

Job Description

S.O.S. Private security is hiring qualified Full time and Part time Armed and Unarmed Agents. Preference given to U.S. Military Veterans, sworn peace officers, and/or licensed paramedic/firefighters.

All agents must be able to obtain licensing through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, are required to score a minimum of 95% passing score on both the written and shooting aspects of the S.O.S. Private Security Training Course. Our firearm licensed training program includes Shotgun, Rifle, Revolver and Semi-Automatic authorized weaponry.

This position is for multiple contracts armed and unarmed. New candidates will have to work unarmed assignments until they are able to obtain a Firearms Control Card (FCC) through the Illinois Department of Finacial and Professional Regulation.

Responsibilities

Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence

Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people in the property

Remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area

Secure all exits, doors and windows after end of operations

Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts

Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions

Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation

Provide assistance to people in need

Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities

Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrences

Maintain a uniform and grooming standards

Skills

Proven experience as security officer or guard

Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety

Familiarity with report writing

Excellent surveillance and observation skills

Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems

Ability to obtain a PERC card and Firearms Control Card.

High School diploma is required

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $17.00 - $20.00 Unarmed per hour.

Salary: $20.00 - $35.00+ Armed per hour

Pay rates are contingent on assignment

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Schedule:

Assignments available 7 days a week depending on assignment location.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Security: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License, PERC, 230 Firearm Training number, and FOID (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations in the Chicagoland area.

Full-time