Armed Security Guard; or On-Call

Armed Security Guard (Full-Time or On-Call Only)

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Travel Requirement:
No

Teleworking:
No (On-site requirement)

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time or On-Call Only

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Pay:
Competitive Hourly Rate (Based on location, knowledge, and experience)

• $20.00/hr:
  El Paso, TX;
  Laredo, TX;
  McAllen, TX
• $22.00/hr:
  Austin, TX;
  Lubbock, TX;
  San Antonio, TX
• $23.00/hr:
  Bartlett, TN;
  Birmingham, AL;
  Charlotte, NC;
  Dallas, TX;
  Desoto, TX;
  Fort Myers, FL;
  Fort Worth, TX;
  Michigan City, IN;
  Nashville, TN
• $24.00/hr:
  Atlanta, GA;
  Doral, FL;
  Fresno, CA;
  Houston, TX;
  Lauderdale Lakes, FL;
  Miami, FL;
  Morrisville, NC;
  Orlando, FL;
  Tampa, FL;
  West Palm Beach, FL;
  Yuma, AZ
• $25.00/hr:
  Bakersfield, CA;
  Burbank, IL;
  Kentwood, MI;
  Modesto, CA;
  Naperville, IL;
  Norridge, IL;
  Pikesville, MD;
  Riverside, CA;
  Warren, MI;
  Waukegan, IL
• $26.00/hr:
  Oxnard, CA
• $27.00/hr:
  Alexandria, VA;
  Aurora, CO;
  Elizabeth, NJ;
  Hackensack, NJ;
  Salinas, CA;
  St. Paul, MN;
  West Sacramento, CA;
  Wheaton, MD
• $28.00/hr:
  Bellflower, CA;
  Buena Park, CA;
  Chula Vista, CA;
  City of Industry, CA;
  East Hartford, CT;
  El Centro, CA;
  Gardena, CA;
  Los Angeles, CA;
  Pomona, CA;
  Revere, MA;
  San Fernando, CA;
  San Marcos, CA;
  Santa Rosa, CA;
  Tustin, CA
• $29.00/hr:
  Albuquerque, NM;
  San Francisco, CA;
  San Jose, CA;
  Port Chester, NY
• $30.00/hr:
  Portland, OR
• $32.00/hr:
  Oakland, CA;
  Hauppauge, NY
• $38.00/hr:
  Charleston, SC
• $42.00/hr:
  Bronx, NY;
  Brooklyn, NY;
  Long Island City, NY;
  Queens/ Jamaica, NY

The Armed Security Guard is responsible for providing essential, high-level armed security services at an assigned U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) government facility. This role involves maintaining a visible presence, controlling access, screening visitors, and responding to incidents in strict compliance with federal contract requirements and Agency Security Classification (ASC) procedures. Guards work on-site, typically as part of a two-person team.

• Perform continuous access control duties, including screening visitors and personnel using walk-through magnetometers and hand-held detection wands.
• Conduct regular facility checks, monitor surveillance systems, and ensure the overall security and integrity of the assigned USCIS site.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to all security incidents, emergencies, and alarms according to established post orders and emergency response plans.
• Accurately and thoroughly document all activities, incidents, and security breaches in daily and incident reports.
• Provide professional and courteous service while enforcing security protocols for all agency personnel and visitors.
• Maintain proficiency in the proper setup, calibration, and operation of all assigned security equipment, including screening devices.
• Ensure personal compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and all site-specific Post Orders.
• Work effectively with the assigned partner guard and communicate clearly with the designated Regional Security Manager regarding any operational or personnel issues.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have minimum of two (2) years of armed, relevant security experience from a military, law enforcement, or commercial armed guard background.
• Must legally own and possess a registered approved 9mm semiautomatic pistol or .45 ACP handgun.
• Must possess and maintain an active State Security Guard License for the state of the assigned post.
• Must possess and maintain an active State Firearms License (or equivalent permit/qualification) for the state of the assigned post.
• Must maintain current firearm qualifications, first-aid/CPR certifications, and complete annual use-of-force training and de-escalation training consistent with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in the operation, calibration, and maintenance of walk-through metal detectors (magnetometers) and hand-held detection wands.
• Must be able to stand and patrol for extended periods and perform duties requiring physical exertion in response to security incidents.
• Must successfully complete USCIS Office of Security and Integrity (OSI) suitability screening and background checks prior to assignment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting and interaction with the public.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the assigned site.

Employees may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Employees may be required to remain in a stationary position, stand, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, balance, squat, bend, and reach during shifts. Employees may also be required to use gear to move items around, including, but not limited to, carts and dollies.…