Alaska Flex Armed Officer

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Anchorage, AK, USA
In-Office
30-30 Hourly
Senior level
Security
The Role
Provides armed security services through patrols, surveillance, access control, safety escorts, activity monitoring, and incident response. Maintains a visible deterrent, completes daily reports, uses communication and reporting tools, assists customers and visitors, and coordinates with law enforcement and emergency services. The role requires an Alaska armed security license, reliable transportation, flexible shift availability, physical stamina, and at least five years of armed officer or law enforcement experience.
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About the Company:

Security Services Northwest, Inc. (SSNW) is your full-service security company. Founded in 1977, we offer professional and complete security services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Washington, Oregon, California, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah and Alaska. 

Security Services Northwest is a nationally recognized supplement for Department of Defense anti- terrorism force protection. 

From providing armed and unarmed security officers and patrol services to installing burglar alarms and camera systems, Security Services Northwest, Inc., provides our customers with the highest level of service. We have an exceptional, experienced team to assist you in mastering your skills, with great growth opportunity. 

If you’re passionate about always doing your best work, making an essential contribution, and serving with kindness and humility, please consider applying today! People are at the heart of our business, and we’re always looking for new people to join our family of professionals! 

"Work Hard, Be Kind."

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Benefits:

  • $30.00 hourly as an armed officer
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holidays Paid at time and a half if worked

We are a drug-free workplace.


Responsibilities/Duties:

  • Act as a visual deterrent to prevent theft, embezzlement, sabotage, fire, and accidents
  • Conduct regular patrols
  • Monitor activities
  • Surveillance
  • Access Control
  • Safety escorts
  • Using provided communication devices
  • Represent SSNW’s brand
  • Properly wear the issued uniform
  • Complete Daily Activity Reports (DAR)
  • Work with local law enforcement and emergency services.
  • Provide friendly assistance to customers, employees and visitors following the department's procedures.
  • Other duties as described in the Post Orders

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Current Alaska State Armed Security Guard License
  • Must have a clean background check and driving record
  • Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license
  • EMT Background a huge plus
  • Smart phone to access the apps we use for scheduling, clocking in/out, and reporting
  • Availability to workday shifts, swing shifts, graveyard shifts and weekends
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Able to work non-traditional hours including swings, graveyard, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to react appropriately in high stress situations

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • 5+ years as an Armed Officer or Law Enforcement Officer
  • Knowledge of security protocols, and equipment

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to conduct regular walking foot patrols
  • Able to stand 8-12 hours a day
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times (occasionally)

 SSNW is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of applicant and employee information.

 Security Services Northwest is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Security Services is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us!

Skills Required

  • Current Alaska State Armed Security Guard License
  • Clean background check
  • Clean driving record
  • Reliable transportation
  • Valid driver's license
  • Smartphone for scheduling, timekeeping, and reporting applications
  • Availability for day, swing, graveyard, weekend, and holiday shifts
  • Ability to work non-traditional hours
  • Honesty and integrity
  • Ability to react appropriately in high-stress situations
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least five years of armed officer or law enforcement experience
  • Knowledge of security protocols and equipment
  • Ability to conduct regular walking foot patrols
  • Ability to stand for 8 to 12 hours per day
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • EMT background
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The Company
HQ: Sequim, Washington
94 Employees
Year Founded: 1977

What We Do

Security Services Northwest, Inc. has been meeting your security needs since 1977. Today we serve Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Nevada, and Alaska. We provide total security services for residential and commercial customers. We also provide nationwide dispatch and telephone answering services to a range of businesses and public utility companies. The company has been locally owned and operated by Joseph N. D’Amico, President and CEO, since 1986. In that time, SSNW has established itself as a reliable, quality security company and a nationally-recognized supplement for Department of Defense anti-terrorism force protection. Our corporate office is in Sequim, Washington. Our 24-hour monitoring facility allows us to receive calls and dispatch 24/7. This in-house, around the-clock capability means SSNW clients have a consistent and readily available communications link. We provide private, local, state and federal government agencies with private alternatives to complex issues. We provide have even assisted agencies throughout the United States, including deployment to Hurricane Katrina. ​SSNW can handle all of your security needs, large or small, anytime, anywhere.

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