Job Description

Armed Security Officer

Founded in 1973, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading US-owned security company, providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter-Con remains under family ownership and control and operates as the industry leader in the field of customized, high-requirement security solutions. Inter-Con employs over 25,000 security officer personnel world-wide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience.

Inter-Con is Everywhere Security Matters.

Why Work at Inter-Con?

Passion: Inter-Con is a thriving company that is passionate about its products and people. Joining the Inter-Con family is an opportunity for growth and career advancement in an environment that truly cares for its employees. By joining the Inter-Con family, you are working with the best to build a safer future.

People: Inter-Con is more than a company, it's an alumni base. We believe in positioning the right people in the right place to help them achieve their long-term aspirations for career growth. We have transitioned thousands of security officers into successful careers in law enforcement, government services, foreign affairs and many more. Your career success drives our success.

Benefits: Inter-Con offers excellent full-time and part-time benefits including flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, comprehensive training, and more.

Partner with us to begin a journey that begins with a commitment and leads to a career of a lifetime. Stand out. Be proud. Be Inter-Con!

Employment Opportunity *Position is located in Portland, Oregon

At Inter-Con we take pride in providing customized security solutions for our clients. To us, that means the right officer in the right place and at the right time. In many cases our clients desire a softer security plan that meets their values and needs, but where high value people and assets are involved, others may prefer a more obvious security presence. As an Armed Security Officer, you will be part of a highly trained security team that supports critical facilities and infrastructure, public venues that required an enhanced presence and personal protective services. You will be trained by our team of highly qualified firearms instructors in safe weapons handling and marksmanship. As an Armed Security Officer, you are an integral part of the broad spectrum of specialized security services Inter-Con provides its clients every day.

Specific benefits include:

• Health and Welfare benefit covers 100% of employee Medical, Dental, Vision, with excess allocated to employee 401k retirement plan.
• Recognition and Reward Programs
• Paid Training and Career Development.
• All uniforms and equipment provided.

Specific Requirements

• Be a Citizen of the United States.
• Possess a valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Be a minimum of 21 years of age or older.
• Be able to successfully pass a Background Check.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Have an honorable discharge if a veteran of the US Armed Forces.
• Fluent in both the written and spoken English language.
• Meet at least one of the following:
• Two (2) years of armed security experience within past five (5) years or
• Two years of military or National Guard (active duty or reserve) or
• Successful completion of a state certified Law Enforcement Education and Training or Police Officer's Standard Training Course

Preferences

• Possess an active state weapons permit and state armed guard certification

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform interior and exterior patrols of designated buildings throughout the shift.
• The officer shall conduct patrols of the complex, parking areas, garages, etc.
• Interior patrols shall include random foot patrols of the various work areas of the buildings occupied by client. Officers shall inspect stairwells, work areas, restroom facilities, lobbies and entrances.
• The officer is expected to verbally interact with employees while performing their rounds, thus giving the employees a sense of active security operations.
• Remain alert for unusual, suspicious, or unauthorized activities in, around, and throughout the office complex area.
• Monitor personnel traffic entering, exiting, and inside buildings.
• Respond to emergency situations involving the office complex.

Inter-Con is passionate about hiring veterans. In fact, we've hired thousands of veterans over the years and plan to keep hiring as many as we can. If you are veteran in search of a rewarding career among a team that holds an affinity for those who served as well as values your success and growth within our organization, please take a moment to review our website for all our extensive opportunities. Visit

Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is an affirmative action employer who provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.

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