Class D Security Officer

Class D Security Officer – Broward & Palm Beach Counties, FL

Ark Resource Group is accepting applications from qualified Florida Class D Security Officers for employment opportunities throughout Broward County and Palm Beach County.

Opportunities may include security assignments in residential communities, commercial buildings, offices, front desks, lobbies, gated communities, hospitality locations, special facilities, casinos, ports, and other security environments.

Qualified applicants may be considered for current and upcoming opportunities based on experience, location, schedule availability, licensing, certifications, and individual employer requirements.

Pay Rate

$18.00 – $22.00 per hour

Final compensation will depend on the hiring employer, assignment, location, experience, shift, and specific responsibilities.

Schedule

Opportunities may include:

• 1st Shift / Day Shift
  
• 2nd Shift / Evening Shift
  
• 3rd Shift / Overnight Shift
  
• Weekday schedules
  
• Weekend schedules
  
• Full-time opportunities
  
• Part-time opportunities
  

Location

Broward County and Palm Beach County, Florida

Applicants should indicate the cities and areas where they are available to work.

Employment Type

Direct Hire / Employer Placement Opportunities

About the Opportunity

Ark Resource Group works with employers seeking qualified and dependable licensed security professionals throughout South Florida.

We are accepting applications from Class D Security Officers with different levels and types of security experience.

Candidates with specialized security backgrounds, additional certifications, military experience, law-enforcement experience, or port credentials are encouraged to provide complete details when applying.

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Valid Florida Class D Security Officer License
  
• Security officer training completed through an appropriate security training school
  
• Security school certificate or applicable training documentation
  
• Valid government-issued identification
  
• Valid documentation establishing authorization to work in the United States
  
• Verifiable employment history
  
• Professional references
  
• Reliable transportation to assigned work locations
  
• Ability to work the schedule required by the hiring employer
  

Candidates should accurately provide their Florida security-license information so the applicable licensing status can be reviewed during the recruiting process.

Tell Us About Your Security Experience

When completing your application, please provide as much information as possible about your previous security experience.

Examples include experience working in:

• Gated communities
  
• Gatehouse security
  
• Access-control posts
  
• Residential communities
  
• Front-desk security
  
• Lobby security
  
• Commercial buildings
  
• Office buildings
  
• Hotel or hospitality security
  
• Retail security
  
• Loss prevention
  
• Casino security
  
• Port or maritime security
  
• Warehouse or industrial security
  
• Construction-site security
  
• Hospital or healthcare-facility security
  
• Event security
  
• Patrol security
  
• Vehicle patrol
  
• CCTV / surveillance monitoring
  
• Security operations centers
  
• Other specialized security assignments
  

Please include the type of location you protected, your responsibilities, and the approximate amount of experience you have.

Additional Licenses, Credentials and Training

Please tell us about any additional credentials or training you currently hold, including:

• Florida Class G Statewide Firearm License
  
• CPR / First Aid / AED certification
  
• TWIC – Transportation Worker Identification Credential
  
• Port Everglades Business Purpose Card / Port ID
  
• Maritime or port-security experience
  
• OSHA or workplace-safety training
  
• Emergency-response training
  
• Fire-watch training
  
• CCTV or surveillance training
  
• Access-control training
  
• De-escalation or conflict-management training
  
• Loss-prevention training
  
• Other security certifications or specialized training
  

If you currently possess a TWIC card or Port Everglades credential, please indicate that on your application.

A valid TWIC may be particularly relevant for security opportunities involving secure or restricted maritime facilities.

Military and Law-Enforcement Experience

Applicants with previous or current experience in the following areas should include that information in their application:

• United States Armed Forces
  
• Military Police
  
• National Guard or Reserve
  
• Law enforcement
  
• Corrections
  
• Public safety
  
• Emergency services
  
• Government security
  
• Other military or security-related service
  

Please include relevant training, responsibilities, certifications, and applicable experience.

Don't Have a Resume?

A resume is not required to apply.

If you do not currently have a resume, Ark Resource Group can assist you with creating a professional resume based on the employment history, security experience, education, licenses, certifications, and training you provide during the application process.

To help us create an accurate resume, please provide complete information about:

• Previous employers
  
• Job titles
  
• Approximate dates of employment
  
• Security environments where you worked
  
• Primary responsibilities
  
• Class D and Class G licenses
  
• Security-school training
  
• TWIC or port credentials
  
• Specialized certifications
  
• Military experience
  
• Law-enforcement experience
  
• Additional relevant skills and training
  

The more complete your application is, the better we can understand your experience and identify appropriate employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

Specific duties will vary by employer and assignment but may include:

• Monitoring assigned facilities, properties, entrances, or designated areas
  
• Controlling access to secured or restricted areas
  
• Checking identification and visitor authorization
  
• Operating gatehouses or access-control stations
  
• Conducting foot or vehicle patrols
  
• Monitoring CCTV and surveillance systems
  
• Maintaining activity and incident reports
  
• Observing and reporting suspicious activity
  
• Assisting employees, residents, guests, vendors, or visitors
  
• Responding appropriately to incidents
  
• Following post orders and site procedures
  
• Communicating with supervisors and emergency personnel when necessary
  
• Maintaining professional conduct and appearance while on duty
  

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualified candidates should demonstrate:

• Current Florida Class D Security Officer credentials
  
• Dependability and punctuality
  
• Professional communication skills
  
• Strong observation skills
  
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  
• Ability to accurately prepare reports
  
• Professional interaction with the public
  
• Ability to remain alert throughout the assigned shift
  
• Ability to work independently when required
  
• Ability to follow employer and site-specific security procedures
  

Previous security experience may be preferred or required depending on the assignment.

Screening and Employment Requirements

Depending on the hiring employer and assignment, applicants may be required to complete or authorize:

• Criminal background screening
  
• Drug screening
  
• Employment-reference verification
  
• Employment-history verification
  
• Motor Vehicle Record / DMV review
  
• Security-license verification
  
• Security-training documentation review
  
• Employment-eligibility verification
  
• E-Verify processing by the hiring employer when applicable
  

Motor Vehicle Record requirements may apply primarily to positions involving driving, mobile patrol, or operation of an employer vehicle.

Any required screening will be conducted in accordance with applicable authorization, disclosure, and employment-screening requirements.

What the Employer May Offer

Employment conditions and benefits vary by employer and assignment and may include:

• Competitive hourly compensation
  
• Full-time or part-time schedules
  
• Day, evening, or overnight shifts
  
• Overtime opportunities
  
• Permanent employment opportunities
  
• Employer-provided uniforms or equipment
  
• Additional employer benefits for eligible employees
  

Specific compensation, benefits, and employment conditions will be communicated for each individual opportunity.

Benefits

Benefits of Applying Through Ark Resource Group

Applicants may receive assistance with:

• Matching experience with appropriate security opportunities
  
• Initial candidate screening
  
• Resume creation or resume review
  
• Employment-profile preparation
  
• Interview coordination
  
• Employer communication
  
• Application follow-up
  
• Pre-employment document coordination when requested by the hiring employer
  

Qualified applicants may be contacted when an opportunity matches their experience, credentials, location, and availability.

About Ark Resource Group

Ark Resource Group provides recruiting and candidate-sourcing services to businesses and organizations seeking qualified employees.

We connect candidates with employment opportunities based on qualifications, experience, licensing, certifications, schedule availability, location, and employer requirements.

Recruiting Disclosure

Ark Resource Group is acting as a recruiting and candidate-sourcing provider for participating employers. Ark Resource Group is not the employer of record for positions presented through this recruiting process unless expressly stated otherwise.

Hiring decisions, compensation, schedules, benefits, employment conditions, assignments, and final onboarding requirements are determined by the individual hiring employer.

Submission of an application or participation in Ark Resource Group's recruiting process does not constitute an offer or guarantee of employment.

Applicant Authorization

By submitting information to Ark Resource Group, the applicant authorizes Ark Resource Group to review the information provided and contact the applicant regarding employment opportunities that may reasonably match the applicant's qualifications and availability.

Where background checks, drug screening, Motor Vehicle Record reviews, or other third-party screening services are required, applicable notices, disclosures, and authorizations will be provided as required before screening is conducted.