State-Certified Unarmed Guard Card Instructor Job in Phoenix, Arizona
Company Overview:
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
The State-Certified Security Guard Instructor is responsible for delivering State Department of Public Safety (DPS)-approved security guard training to applicants seeking an Arizona unarmed security guard registration (Guard Card). The instructor ensures all training complies with Arizona Revised Statutes and DPS requirements while maintaining accurate training records and verifying student competency before signing training documentation. Only instructors registered with Arizona DPS may provide this required training
Pay Rate: $22.00 an hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM; Occasional Saturdays
Responsibilities:
- Conduct Arizona DPS-approved 8-hour unarmed security guard training.
- Teach required curriculum topics, including:
- Orientation
- Criminal law
- Uniform standards
- Communications
- Use of force
- General security procedures
- Crime scene awareness
- Ethics and professionalism
- First response and emergency procedures
- Maintain a safe, professional, and engaging learning environment.
- Evaluate student participation and comprehension.
- Complete and sign official Arizona DPS training verification forms for qualified students.
- Maintain accurate attendance, training, and certification records.
- Stay current with Arizona DPS regulations and legislative updates affecting security guard licensing.
- Coordinate with agency management and the designated Qualifying Party regarding instructor authorization and compliance.
- Promote professionalism, ethical conduct, and legal compliance throughout all instruction.
Minimum Requirements:
- Current Arizona DPS General Security Guard Instructor Certification.
- Minimum 21 years of age.
- U.S. citizen or legal resident authorized to work in the United States.
- Meet all eligibility requirements established under Arizona law, including criminal history standards and other instructor qualifications.
- Strong knowledge of Arizona security guard laws and regulations.
- Excellent verbal communication and classroom presentation skills.
- Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
- Proficient with classroom technology and training materials.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in private security, law enforcement, military, or corrections.
- Experience teaching adult learners.
- CPR, First Aid, or emergency response certifications.
Physical Requirements:
- Stand and instruct for extended periods.
- Demonstrate defensive tactics or security procedures when required.
- Lift training equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.
- Travel to training locations as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Thorough understanding of Arizona security laws and DPS licensing requirements.
- Effective classroom management.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to explain legal concepts clearly and accurately.
- Professional appearance and ethical conduct.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Company's retirement plans
- Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
- 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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