Job Description
Job Description
GardaWorld –
Downtown Portland ,
Security Services
Armed Security Officer -
Now Hiring for Portland Clean & Safe. You’ve got the right skills. What you need is the right opportunity to unleash your potential. We agree, and we’re hiring!
Every day is different at GardaWorld with diverse work assignments and flexible schedules. We are leaders in professional training programs covering every aspect of delivering world-class security services. And every industry counts on us because we’re the very best at what we do. Perhaps you are, too.
In our complex world today, GardaWorld stands out as the largest privately owned security services company in the world. We’re experts at protecting people and assets. We’re also growing everywhere and expanding in multiple locations. If you’re a sharp, talented, self-confident individual who excels in customer service, you can build a future here. We give you all the tools you need to expand your skills and grow your career with exceptional opportunities for advancement. You can stand out – and thrive – here, too.
At GardaWorld, we know your compensation is important so we provide competitive hourly starting rates for every market we’re in. We're growing our team on September 1st, here in
Downtown Portland, OR Compensation: $28 / hour Shifts: Swing, Nights and a Mix (40 hour shifts)
Included Perks & Benefits: •
DailyPay - a voluntary benefit that allows you to access your pay on day 1 of work. PAY: Get instant access to your money as you earn it
SAVE: Automatically save a portion of every paycheck
BALANCE ALERTS: Track your real-time earnings & budget for upcoming bills or expenses
• Health insurance for full-time employees (includes Health, Dental, and Vision)
• 401k
• Uniforms Provided
• ROBUST TIME OFF PACKAGE- WHICH INCLUDES VACATION, PTO and SICK TIME!
About the job:
- You can provide a presence of safety by conducting bicycle patrols and walking especially in areas of high rates of crimes.
- 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.
Your background:
- You’re able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
- You are at least 21 years of age or older
- You have excellent communication skills including active listening and empathy
- Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience a must.
- Must have Armed DPSST.
If you want a real career opportunity where you’re part of a dynamic supportive team that’s dedicated to your success, check us out. We’re a global organization that embraces our cultural diversity and we promote engagement, communication, and sharing of ideas across all our teams. At GardaWorld, you’ll have plenty of room to grow - and that’s just for starters. Explore your future with us today.
Qualifications
Education
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Training, Immediate start, Training courses, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,