
Tactical Security Officer - Flex
- Portland, OR
- $28.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Set schedule: Varies
- Competitive hourly wage of $28 / hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
- Site Location: Portland, Oregon
- Set schedule: Varies
- Competitive hourly wage of $28 / hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
- A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
- Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
- Uniform provided at no cost
- Monitor the premises to ensure security
- Conduct patrols to spot any suspicious activity
- Control access points and verify identities
- Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
- Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security
- Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property
- You are willing to attempt to stop criminal conduct and street disorder
- You are comfortable walking the majority of your shift
- You will work closely with Portland Police Bureau to report criminal activities and understand avoiding participation in arrests or criminal investigations except in an emergency; or when specifically requested or directed by Portland Police Bureau officers to assist.
- You are a fast thinker and quickly engage in problem-solving at the request of the Portland Police Bureau and community policing strategies.
- You understand the importance of maintaining a daily log and filing incident reports.
- You know that your radio is your best form of communication to Shift Supervisors, Portland Police Bureau officers, and other public agencies as required.
- You will abide by Oregon State law and Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (“DPSST”) certification standards.
- You will commit to further training beyond DPSST certification standards, specifically in de-escalation techniques, mental health crisis response, trauma-informed care interventions, and social service safety net referrals if requested.
- Be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
- Be able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
- First aid certification is an asset
- Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
- If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience
- You have a state license if required
- Must be over 21 years of age