Patrol Officer Trainee (+MUST HAVE Baton and Pepper Spray Certification)

PATROL OFFICER TRAINEE Job Location ACS Bel Air California Position Type Full Time Salary Range $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly SCHEDULE: (ALL SHIFTS WE ASK FLEXIBILITY OF ARRIVING 45 MINUTES TO AN HOUR PRIOR TO YOUR SHIFT AND AFTER SHIFT) AM SHIFT: 6AM TO 2PM PM SHIFT: 2PM TO 10PM GY: 10PM TO 6AM Patrol Officer Trainee: Palisades- Monday & Tuesday Day Watch Patrol Officer Trainee: West Los Angeles- Monday thru Sunday Day Watch Patrol Officer Trainee: Valley- Mon thru Sunday Days & PM Shifts Patrol Officer Trainee: Valley- Wed & Thurs AM Shift JOB SUMMARY ACS Security is hiring Unarmed Patrol Officers that can and will transition to become Armed Patrol Officers within six months from the time of offer, to work in Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. This is a transitional and training program. Unarmed officers are on a promotional path to advance from unarmed roles to armed patrol within 6 months of employment. *******NOTE:ACS DOES NOT PAY FOR THE FIREARM TRAINING. ******* *******NOTE:ACS CAN REIMBURSE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES THAT ARE HIRED, FOR THE PSI EVALUATION - MUST HAVE RECENT PSI EVALUATION PASSING. ******* BENEFITS OFACS PATROL OFFICER TRAINEE PROGRAM: Program Guidelines: Covers all employee's in good standing for BSIS License Renewal Fees for the Guard Card, Baton Permit, and Firearm Permit renewal ONLY! Guard Card • Biennial permit renewal • Provide receipt of payment to BSIS for renewal • License renewal fee will be reimbursed (ex. $35.00) Baton Permit • Biennial permit renewal • Provide receipt of payment to BSIS for renewal • License renewal fee will be reimbursed (ex. $40.00) Firearm Permit • Biennial permit renewal • Provide receipt of payment to BSIS for renewal • License renewal fee (ONLY) will be reimbursed (ex. $118.00) • DOES NOT INCLUDE SEMI-ANNUAL REQUALIFICATION'S (i.e., CLASS, RANGE, LIVE SCAN, OR AMMUNITION COSTS...ETC. are not included). BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM Because ACS Security hires the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better, so we offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous PTO program and holiday pay; a 401k plan that with generous company matching; company paid short and long-term disability and life insurance benefits. We also offer additional benefits such as a tuition reimbursement program; excellent wellness programs and incentives; free home security monitoring and much more! MINIMUM REQUIREMENT - • GUARD CARD • BATON CERTIFICATION & PERSONAL EQUIPMENT • PEPPER SPRAY CERTIFICATION & PERSONAL EQUIPMENT • SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF PSI EVALUATION PRIOR TO AN IN-PERSON INTERVIEW. • SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF FIREARM COURSES, OR IS IN PENDING PROCESS OF FIREARM LICENSING PROCESS • FIREARM WEAPON PURCHASE • LEVEL 3 HOLSTER Here are some of the top reasons to apply for this role at ACS: §$20 to $22per hour – Unarmed Patrol Officers are generally offered this pay based on experience and qualifications. § Officers may earn up to$23per hour with shift differential pay if there are any hours worked on graveyard or weekends § Eligible for pay increase at 6 months of employment with promotion to an armed patrol officer role. § Want to earn even more? Overtime hours and pay are available consistently each week - paid at time and a half § Double time pay for Holiday work hours § Annual merit increase eligibility – market rate increases may also occur § Earn unlimited additional income from employee referrals up to $1000.00 per hire § We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and an outstanding reputation in the industry and in the Los Angeles communities we serve JOB SPECIFICS • Work in a company vehicle • Regular full-time (40 hours a week) hourly position. • Must be able to work at least one weekend shift • Swing and graveyard shifts are always available. May need to be available to work a day shift during initial training ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONISIBILITIES Will be trained to: • Monitor and patrol premises to prevent theft, violence, and maintain general security of assigned post • Thoroughly examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure proper function and security • Maintain Daily Activity Reports, incident reports and accident reports • Maintain professional communication with clients and patrons • Respond to emergency calls including alarm activations, medical, fire and property damage • Respond to reasonable non-emergency requests and security related requests • Remain alert and vigilant while on duty to identify and observe any risks to clients or property and address them. • Request emergency personnel for high-risk situations JOB QUALIFICATIONS • CA Guard Card • Baton certificate AND pepper spray permit and equipment. Candidates must have either the baton certificate the pepper spray permit prior to scheduling an interview • CA Driver’s License with a minimum of 3 years of driving experience, and a clean driving record § Register, take and pass the PSI exam (mental evaluation) at a licensed site working with PSI who administers the test. This is a required step to obtain an exposed firearm permit. • Must be able to take and successfully pass a drug test within 48 hours of the offer and meet the requirements of a background check • Must provide proof that of submitting an application for a firearm permit and possess a firearm at 6 months of employment or earlier, to continue employment. • High School graduation or GED • Must be able to take and successfully pass a drug test within 48 hours of the offer and meet the requirements of a background check REQUIRED SKILLS § Proficient verbal communication skills when interacting with clients, emergency services, community members and team members § Proficient written communication, documentation and report writing skills • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor/appearance while interacting with clients and the general public, including meeting uniform standards § Strong problem solving, attention to detail, and organizational skills • Ability to use software and applications on a phone to access and input information • Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently • Drive a vehicle in a safe manner. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS § Sit for long periods of time, stand and walk as required § Drive a vehicle for long periods of time § Climb and ascend stairs, bend and stoop on occasion § Hear sounds at normal speaking levels, in person and on the phone § Perform duties such as reading and preparing written documents, viewing security monitors and information on a phone § Ability to use a firearm, pepper spray and a baton § Constant mental alertness and attention to detail while working § Occasionally lift, carry and/or move items weighing up to forty (40) pounds Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour Schedule: • 8 hour shift Application Question(s): • Are you willing and able to acquire firearm license within the next 6 months? • Are you willing to acquire firearm license within 6 months of hire? • Are you willing to acquire all necessary equipment and weapon for this job? Experience: • clean driving : 3 years (Required) License/Certification: • Guard Card (Required) • What is your CA Guard Card permit number? (Required) • What is your Baton permit number? (Required) • What is your CA Driver's License number? (Required) • Do you have PSI Evaluation? (Required) • Can you acquire firearm license within the next 6 months? (Required) Ability to Commute: • Los Angeles, CA 90024 (Required) Work Location: In person