Response Public Safety Coordinator

Job Description

Garda World Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer!

Site

Location:

Portland, Oregon

Set schedule:
Varies

Competitive hourly wage of $28 / hour (Daily Pay is available for Garda World employees!)

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.

• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, sick time, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at Garda World
• 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
• Stop criminal conduct and street disorder
• Walk majority of your shift
• 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.
• Be a fast thinker and quickly engage in problem-solving at the request of the Portland Police Bureau and community policing strategies.
• Maintain a daily log and file incident reports.
• Use radio as the best form of communication to Shift Supervisors, Portland Police Bureau officers, and other public agencies as required.
• Abide by Oregon State law and Department of Public Safety Standards and Training ("DPSST") certification standards.
• 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.

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• Pass an extensive screening process
• First aid certification is an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
• Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience is a plus
• State license if required
• Must be over 21 years of age

In the United States, Garda World Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers. If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a Garda World Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

Garda World Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

It is the policy of Garda World Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, Garda World Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

It is also the policy of Garda World Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.