BTI Security
Armed Protective Security Officers - South Florida
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$16.50 per hour
Overview Armed protective security officers protect public figures, coordinate crime prevention activities, and guard federal property. They maintain access control, conduct employee and visitor identification checks, patrol facilities, and provide emergency response.
Responsibilities
Protect public figures, coordinate crime prevention activities, and guard government property.
Monitor federal building access control and oversee identification checks.
Perform security equipment monitoring and roving patrols of interior and exterior areas.
Provide detailed daily activity and incident reports.
Use two‑way radios and other communication devices effectively.
Provide emergency response and evaluation procedures.
Perform CPR or first aid when needed.
Maintain credentials as required by contract.
Carry out additional duties assigned by Supervisor or Project Manager.
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years old.
U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with verifiable honorable discharge from U.S. Armed Forces.
Valid Social Security Card.
Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience or one (1) year of law enforcement experience in a full‑service police department.
Minimum of two (2) years of honorable U.S. Armed Forces service.
Knowledge of magnetometer and X‑ray machine operation.
Fluent in English, with written reporting skills.
Capability to qualify with a semi‑automatic firearm.
Strong security industry knowledge.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Customer‑service–driven mindset.
Effective communication with internal and external customers.
Physical Demands
Perform duties for up to four consecutive hours without sitting.
Stand, walk, sit, and stoop for 12+ hours per day.
Read Post Orders and respond to dispatch orders.
Operate post‑security equipment such as metal detectors and X‑ray machines.
Subdue violent individuals or intervene in crisis situations.
Occasional running, sprinting, lifting heavy objects, and climbing stairs.
Education & Certifications
High School Diploma or GED.
DHS Letter of Suitability.
CPR / First Aid certification.
National Weapons Detection Training Program.
Firearms Qualification.
FPS Orientation Certificate.
MEB Expandable Baton.
Initials Weapon Training.
Basic Training Exhibits 72/64 hours.
O.C. aerosol spray (listed).
Benefits
Medical Insurance.
Life Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Vision Insurance.
Paid Vacation.
Paid Sick Days.
Paid Holidays.
Short‑Term Disability.
Long‑Term Disability.
Shifts Full‑time and part‑time positions available on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.
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$16.50 per hour
Overview Armed protective security officers protect public figures, coordinate crime prevention activities, and guard federal property. They maintain access control, conduct employee and visitor identification checks, patrol facilities, and provide emergency response.
Responsibilities
Protect public figures, coordinate crime prevention activities, and guard government property.
Monitor federal building access control and oversee identification checks.
Perform security equipment monitoring and roving patrols of interior and exterior areas.
Provide detailed daily activity and incident reports.
Use two‑way radios and other communication devices effectively.
Provide emergency response and evaluation procedures.
Perform CPR or first aid when needed.
Maintain credentials as required by contract.
Carry out additional duties assigned by Supervisor or Project Manager.
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years old.
U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with verifiable honorable discharge from U.S. Armed Forces.
Valid Social Security Card.
Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience or one (1) year of law enforcement experience in a full‑service police department.
Minimum of two (2) years of honorable U.S. Armed Forces service.
Knowledge of magnetometer and X‑ray machine operation.
Fluent in English, with written reporting skills.
Capability to qualify with a semi‑automatic firearm.
Strong security industry knowledge.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Customer‑service–driven mindset.
Effective communication with internal and external customers.
Physical Demands
Perform duties for up to four consecutive hours without sitting.
Stand, walk, sit, and stoop for 12+ hours per day.
Read Post Orders and respond to dispatch orders.
Operate post‑security equipment such as metal detectors and X‑ray machines.
Subdue violent individuals or intervene in crisis situations.
Occasional running, sprinting, lifting heavy objects, and climbing stairs.
Education & Certifications
High School Diploma or GED.
DHS Letter of Suitability.
CPR / First Aid certification.
National Weapons Detection Training Program.
Firearms Qualification.
FPS Orientation Certificate.
MEB Expandable Baton.
Initials Weapon Training.
Basic Training Exhibits 72/64 hours.
O.C. aerosol spray (listed).
Benefits
Medical Insurance.
Life Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Vision Insurance.
Paid Vacation.
Paid Sick Days.
Paid Holidays.
Short‑Term Disability.
Long‑Term Disability.
Shifts Full‑time and part‑time positions available on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.
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