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Security Officer

Lexington, KY · On-site

$41K - $50K/yr

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Security Officer

Security Officer

Covenant Special Projects

Lexington, KY • On-site

$41K - $50K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Covenant Special Projects (CSP) is currently seeking full-time Security Officer's to become an integral part of our Lexington, KY-based team. The selected individuals will patrol and secure assigned premises as well as identify risks to facilities and persons.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform as a member of a Protective Services Detail and/or stands-alone protection officer/patrol security officer/close protection agent.
  • Recognize probable threats and mitigate risk to principle and property by applying proper counter-measures (response techniques, tactics, and procedures)
  • Apprehend or expel persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts
  • Request emergency personnel for high-risk situations

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in security, law enforcement, military, first responder, or other related fields
  • Familiarity with security equipment
  • Ability to handle physical workload
  • Must possess a current KY CCW / License to Carry permit
  • Must possess a current KY driver's License and Current Automobile Insurance
  • Must be able to pass an extensive background check including a ten (10) year criminal and credit check
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Must be able to pass a Physical Fitness Test
  • Must maintain a professional appearance & grooming standard as per CSP policy

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.50 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • vacation
  • Overtime allotment
  • Advance Skills Training

Experience level:

  • Minimum 1 year security, military, law enforcement, first responder

Schedule: 12 hour shift (3-4 / 4-3 work schedule)

  • AM shift
  • PM shift

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Valid KY Driver's License (Required)

Company Description

COVENANT SPECIAL PROJECTS (CSP) is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned and Operated Small Business headquartered in TX with with operations in TX, NM, AZ, CA, KY and London.
Founded and managed by former U.S. Army Special Forces Operators and elite Law Enforcement Officers, CSP maintains an extensive network of highly experienced security and training professionals capable of operating in any environment.
CSP's foundation within the military and law enforcement Special Operations community, complied with years of first-hand experience operating at all levels of the protective and security services industry provides clients realistic, relevant and targeted training and risk mitigation services.
Our approach is immediate, no-nonsense and within appropriate laws and regulations.