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AMERICAN EAGLE PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Protective Security Officer

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Akron, OH (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/22/2026

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What they do

A Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.

$36,072 / year median in Ohio

+1% projected growth

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Job Description

Protective Security Officer

AMERICAN EAGLE PROTECTIVE SERVICES - 3.1

Akron, OH Job Details 1 hour ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Basic firearms training

Full Job Description Minimum Requirements:

To be considered for employment, you must meet the following criteria:

Experience :

At least two years of armed security, law enforcement, or military service.

Certification :

A valid State of Ohio OPOTA 20-hour firearms training certificate is required. If you do not currently possess this certification, please refer to the attached document for instructions on how to obtain it.

Note:

This training must be completed at your own expense prior to proceeding. Must be 21 years of age Must be citizen of the United States of America Must complete (sign/date) a Lautenberg Amendment Statement/Domestic Violence certification annually

Important Information About Our Hiring Process:

AEPS is not a typical security company . Our hiring process is comprehensive and may take 6 to 8 months . As a Federal contractor , all candidates must pass a government background check , which can take 1 to 6 months . Employment cannot begin until this check is successfully completed. Upon clearance, candidates must complete a physical exam , including an agility test . All new hires are required to complete the following in-house training : 36 hours of classroom instruction 4 hours of OC/BAT training 4 hours of CPR certification 32 hours of firearms training and qualification Education Requirements High School Diploma or GED All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.