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ARDENT
Protection

Explore Rewarding Opportunities at ARDENT Protection for Security Officers

We are looking for passionate and professional Security Officers to join our team. Read through our job descriptions to learn more about the great opportunities available at ARDENT.

The experience of our team spans multiple disciplines to include Intelligence, Law Enforcement, Special Operations, Private Investigations, Private Security, Executive & Covert Protection, High-Threat Protection, and Counter-Terrorism.

Guard Services

Professional Security Officers trained to patrol properties in vehicles & on foot, and control general & critical access points at any property.
ARDENT’s Uniformed Guard Services Division combines traditional Security Services with quality risk management planning. Going well beyond merely staffing commercial and residential properties with unarmed and armed security officers.

Executive Protection

ARDENT’s EP services are executed in three layers of security, each geared at proactively protecting persons exposed to risk.
Our agents are primarily problem solvers, they bring the calming presence needed during tense situations. They have experience using verbal and non-verbal persuasion techniques as often as necessary to ensure our client’s needs are met.

Fire Watch Security

Highly trained and experienced Officers & Agents, ready to respond to any emergency situation
Reliable real-time Intelligence, and peace of mind are priceless in the midst of an emergency. In ARDENT you have an experienced and transparent Security & Protection agency that can offer expert-level solutions essential at all phases of handling a crisis.

ARDENT Protection LLC is looking to employ passionate & professional Security Officers to join our newly formed Emergency Response Team. ERT members will promote the safety and security of our client’s facilities, assets, staff, and visitors, and act in a supervisory role for various account and detail types on any given day.

If selected, your primary role will be to utilize your safety, security, and supervisory expertise to minimize disruptions for our clients, help maintain a safe & productive environment, and to support the Operations Management team with post/detail coverage and inspections.

ARDENT Protection is a very selective employer, and only partners with passionate and purposeful Individuals who willfully and continually produce value to each client we serve.

About Us

ARDENT’s mission is to be a leader in professionalizing the Security & Protection industry. Starting with generating value for our clients by offering superior service, tailored training, and above industry-standard compensation for our staff.

Our Promise

To the ARDENT Team Member We promise to be an employer of honesty and integrity, the type you can trust to do the right thing because it’s the right thing.

  • We promise to value you both as a person and a professional.
  • We promise to compensate fairly and on-time.
  • We promise to be a partner in your personal growth as well as your professional growth.
  • We promise to base rewards on performance, initiative, and leadership.
  • We promise to hold you to the highest industry standards and to treat you with the respect that accompanies those standards.

Job Description:

  • Under the direction of an Operations Manager, ERT Members supervise
    personnel engaged in the armed and unarmed Security officer roles.
  • Provides site/ detail coverage as assigned by an Operations Manager
  • Supervises the day-to-day shift operations at one or more sites.
  • Assists in the implementation of access and perimeter control, operational
    procedures, and conveying and verifying security requirements.
  • Supervises assigned personnel, initiates corrective actions or Rewards, and completes daily activity reports.
  • Recommends updates for post orders.
  • Coordinates and plans for additional coverage and special requests.
  • When necessary, supervises the handling of unwelcome visitors or demonstrators.
  • Observe and report suspicious activities and persons.
  • Follow directions of supervisors and managers
  • Respond to alarms and security related incidents
  • Write incident reports and maintain daily logs
  • Provide needed assistance to customers, co-workers, and client management.
  • Follow all Company Rules and Regulations

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Florida D License (Required)
  • Valid G License (Required)
  • 5+ years of experience (Armed Security, Military, Law Enforcement)
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience
  • Must be insurable under ARDENT’s automobile insurance policy
  • Must be able to pass a 10 panel drug screening
  • In-depth understanding of legal guidelines for Security Officers licensed in Florida
  • Experience writing clear and detailed reports.
  • Trained in First Aid/BLS and basic self-defense
  • Ability to work within a team
  • Be able to provide hospitality and customer service in a professional manner
  • Must have excellent communication skills
  • Ability to stand on feet for extended time periods

What you can look forward to:

  • Above Average Compensation
  • On-Time pay bi-weekly
  • Multiple over-time opportunities
  • Flexible Detail Types
  • 24/7 Asset Protection
  • Hurricanes & Natural Disasters
  • Workplace Violence Prevention
  • Fire Watch
  • Unforeseen Crisis
  • Public & Private Events
  • Construction Site Security
  • Executive Protection
  • And everything between
  • Eligibility for Regular Bonuses & Rewards
  • Quarterly Performance Bonuses (up to $6k/yr)
  • Employee Referral Bonuses (Unlimited)
  • Above & Beyond Bonuses (Unlimited)
  • Non-cash Rewards (Unlimited)
  • Free Monthly Training Opportunities
  • Basic & Tactical Firearms Training
  • Emergency Medical Training
  • Defensive Tactics Training
  • Surveillance Detection Training
  • Executive Protection Training
  • And so much more

This Emergency Response Team Member position is full-time salaried position, with weekly opportunities for extra assignments and pay.

Officers holding this position must possess a calm, professional demeanor and have extensive knowledge of the laws regarding justifiable use of force in Florida (Chapter 776). They must be able to exercise discretion regarding the use of weapons and the supervising Security Officers.

ERT Members are accountable for both armed and unarmed Security staff at one or more client sites. ERT Members must possess excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ability and willingness to protect people, property and information. They help ensure proper staffing levels, uniform & equipment needs, and help with the training of staff.

About Us

ARDENT’s mission is to be a leader in professionalizing the Security & Protection industry. Starting with generating value for our clients by offering superior service, tailored training, and above industry-standard compensation for our staff.

Our Promise

To the ARDENT Team Member

We promise to be an employer of honesty and integrity, the type you can trust to do the right thing because it’s the right thing. We promise to value you both as a person and a professional. We promise to compensate fairly and on-time. We promise to be a partner in your personal growth as well as your professional growth. We promise to base rewards on performance, initiative, and leadership. We promise to hold you to the highest industry standards and to treat you with the respect that accompanies those standards.

ARDENT Protection LLC is looking for passionate & professional Security Officers to promote the safety and security of our client’s facilities, assets, staff, and visitors.

If selected your primary role will be to utilize your safety and security expertise to minimize disruptions for our clients and help maintain a safe and productive environment.

ARDENT is a very selective employer, and only partners with passionate and purposeful women and men who willfully and continually produce value to each client we serve.

What you can look forward to:

  • Above Average Pay Rates
  • On-Time Compensation weekly* or bi-weekly
  • Flexible shifts and schedules that fit your lifestyle

This Security Officer position is on-call / as needed, with potential for full-time opportunities on a monthly basis.

Access to a variety of security assignments, including:

  • 24/7 Asset Protection
  • Hurricanes & Natural Disasters
  • Fire Watch
  • Unforeseen Crisis
  • Public & Private Events
  • Construction Site Security

Job Description:

  • Observe and report suspicious activities and persons
  • Follow directions of supervisors and managers
  • Respond to alarms and security related incidents
  • Write incident reports and maintain daily logs
  • Provide needed assistance to customers, co-workers, and client management
  • Follow all Company Rules and Regulations

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Florida D License
  • Valid G License (preferred)
  • 3+ years of experience
  • In-depth understanding of legal guidelines for Security Officers licensed in Florida
  • Experience writing clear and detailed reports.
  • Trained in First Aid/BLS and basic self-defense
  • Ability to work within a team
  • Be able to provide hospitality and customer service in a professional manner
  • Must have excellent communication skills
  • Ability to stand on feet for extended time periods

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Contract

Pay: $14.00 – $18.00 per hour

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ARDENT Protection

Exceptional protection starts with exceptional people. That's why we've committed our staff to ongoing training and continued professional support.

Our Close Protection Teams have extensive worldwide experience, which includes diplomatic protection as well as Executive Protection and includes a robust network of Agents around the world trained on the ARDENT Methodology which includes customer satisfaction, logistics, and crisis management.

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