Armed Security Guard Job at PBS Facility Services, Asbury Park, NJ

  • PBS Facility Services
  • Asbury Park, NJ

Job Description

Armed Security Guard PositionThe daily duties of an armed guard in a residential setting focus on protecting lives and property while maintaining a professional presence.Access Control & Gatekeeping: Monitoring entry and exit points to ensure only residents and authorized guests enter. This often includes verifying IDs and managing visitor logs.Active Patrolling: Conducting regular, often randomized foot or vehicle patrols of the perimeter, hallways, parking garages, and common areas to deter criminal activity like theft or vandalism.Emergency Response: Serving as the first responder to high-risk incidents, including active threats, burglaries in progress, or violent disputes.Surveillance Monitoring: Overseeing CCTV feeds and alarm systems to identify suspicious behavior before it escalates.Conflict De-escalation: Defusing tense situations between residents or unauthorized visitors using professional communication techniques, with the firearm as a strictly last-resort measure.Reporting: Maintaining detailed daily activity logs and filing formal incident reports for any security breaches or safety hazards.Mandatory NJ QualificationsTo work in this capacity, you must meet rigorous legal requirements set by the New Jersey State Police (NJSP).Armed SORA License - A specialized certification (the "Red Card") that requires a 24-hour training course and a clean criminal background.NJ Permit to Carry - A separate, high-level permit. You must demonstrate proficiency and pass a "Permit to Carry a Handgun" (PTC) qualification.Firearms ID Card (FID) - Required to lawfully purchase and possess the handgun you will use for duty.Psychological Exam - New Jersey law often requires armed guards to pass a psychological evaluation to ensure fitness for duty.Age & Background - Must be at least 18 (some companies require 21+) and have no disqualifying criminal record (felonies or certain misdemeanors).Residential-Specific DutiesIn upscale or high-density NJ housing, guards often take on "concierge-style" security duties:Resident Assistance: Walking residents to their vehicles at night or assisting with emergency lockouts.Package Management: In some buildings, guards oversee high-value delivery security.Rule Enforcement: Ensuring building policies (noise, smoking, parking) are followed to maintain order.Important Note: In New Jersey, having an Armed SORA card does not automatically allow you to carry a gun. You must also possess a valid NJ Permit to Carry a Handgun and meet your employer's specific liability insurance requirements.

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