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Armed security officer Career Profile— Male, age 35 (ID #3873)

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1. Employment Profile: What exactly does a n Armed security officer do?

  What field is your job in?

Federal Armed Security

  What is your job title?

Armed security officer

  Please provide a brief description of the firm or organization that you currently work for
(size and general description of what type of organization it is)

I work for the Comanche Indians at their casino. The casino employs around 500 people.

  How long have you been employed in this position?

Six years

  How many hours do you work a week on average?

40+

  Please provide a BRIEF description of your duties and responsibilities. (job description)

My duties are to ensure the safety and well being of the casino staff and guest. I am also trained in medical assistance if an emergency should happen.

  What was your gross income last year? Please include any bonuses or incentives received.

  What is your expected gross income for this year? Please include any bonuses or incentives you expect to receive.

  Please list any benefits you have (Please include number of weeks vacation, sick leave and type of health insurance, retirement plan 401k)

I receive 4 hours of sick leave and vacation earned every two weeks,have paid medical,dental and life insurance

  Do you feel you are under/well/over compensated at your current position?

It is one of the highest paying jobs in our area so,I am happy with what I make but,would always like more

2. Work environment!

  Does your job entail you working with others on a daily basis? Is this something you like/dislike about your job? Explain

I work around many different people from all walks of life and I love it.

  Do you work collaboratively with supervisors/managers?

Yes

  Do you work collaboratively with your co-workers?

Yes

  Describe your work location (e.g., office, home, theatre, in the field) and what you like/dislike about working in it

I work in a casino so,it is never boring. We always walk around and meet many different people.

  Please rank in order of importance from 1-8 (1- most important 8- least important) Assign each number once.

  • 1 Income
  • 3 Work Environment - co-workers
  • 5 Work Environment - supervisors
  • 4 Benefits
  • 2 Hours
  • 7 Level of responsibility
  • 6 The actual "work" you do at your job
  • 8 Job Title

3. How should someone new to the workforce get a J-O-B like yours?

  If someone wanted to go about getting a job similar to yours, what would you recommend for him or her to do?

Take the appropriate law enforcement classes to get a license and then search for the job with the best benefits and pay

  What skills do you think a person should have if they want to pursue a position like yours? Please be specific and explain why (e.g., social skills, organization skills, technical skills)

The number one skill you need in this line of work is People skills hands down. You must be able to handle anything and keep people calm.

  Do you feel that you need a certain level of education or training to be successful in your job?

Yes,you need many types of Law enforcement classes such as self defence,proper arrest techniques

  What advice would you give to someone who was about to start work in your position/ line of work?

Listen to all the advice given to you by those who have been in the job for awhile. It will help you learn right from wrong



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