Security Officer - San Diego (78282)

Employment Opportunity

Inter-Con is searching for aspiring individuals to join our thriving team of Armed Security Officers. You’ll work as a member of a close team to form the backbone of the broad security services Inter-Con provides its valued clients every day.

Specific benefits include:

Competitive Pay at $24+ per hour

Recognition and Reward Programs

Training and Career Development

Opportunities for Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan

Uniform and equipment provided

Additional benefits vary depending on position

Expected Responsibilities:

• Patrol on foot or vehicle observing and maintaining the security protection including at client facilities, stations, bus stops, and at public areas to detect evidence of damage, misuse or theft; issue written warnings, make citizen’s arrests.
• Prevent the public and unauthorized individuals from entering all restricted areas of Client facilities and right-of-ways.
• Routinely interface with the riding public, providing general information relative to use of the system and other necessary information.
• Prepare and submit security reports and provide assistance to investigators as required
• Participate in Special Enforcement Unit activities to include routine fare inspection sweeps (Compass Cards and paper passes), passenger counts, onboard and in fare paid zones and report accordingly.
• Respond effectively to all calls for assistance.
• Must be sensitive to client’s culture and strive to maintain a positive client brand image.
• Treat Client’s employees, invitee’s, and guest with the utmost courtesy and respect.

Qualifications:

• Must possess an Exposed Firearms Permit
• Must possess current guard card
• Must possess a CPR/First-Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens Certification.
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License
• Must be 21 years or older
• May be required to perform emergency duties which require physical exertion such as: standing or walking for an entire shift, climbing stairs, lifting, carrying up to 50lbs. and running.

Physical & Working Conditions Requirements:

• Job operates in client sites which could be indoors, outdoors or both, depending on assignment.
• Position may require prolonged standing and walking, in the performance of daily security activities.
• The role may require the ability to remain standing at a fixed post for extended periods of time with limited opportunities to sit, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The role may require the ability to perform continuous foot patrols for long distances while maintaining situational awareness, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The position may require the ability to lift and carry up to 30-50 pounds safely and repeatedly
• The role may require the ability to work at elevated heights, including safely ascending and descending ladders, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The role may require the ability to respond rapidly to incidents, which may involve quick movement, prolonged standing, or rapid changes in direction, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The position may require the ability to drive company or client vehicles for long periods of time when assigned
• The role may require the ability to safely operate golf carts or similar utility vehicles
• Some assignments may require bicycle patrol for long periods of time.
• The position may include other physically demanding tasks as required by the post e.g., restraining individuals, breaking seals on semi‑trailers, opening secured containers, and other tasks as needed.
• Work may require to be available for various shifts and Holidays as assigned.
• The role may require to perform additional ad hoc duties and responsibilities as assignment.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent

Speak, read, and write English.

Inter-Con Overview

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 35,000 security 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’re 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 officers into successful careers in law enforcement, government agencies, foreign affairs and many more. Your career success drives our success.

Benefits: Inter-Con offers excellent benefits that include flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, comprehensive training, discounts on higher education and much 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!

Veterans

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 for more information.

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.