Job Details

Overview

Sunstates Security, a rapidly growing and privately held security company in the U.S., has been recognized for excellent customer service and quality work environments since 1998. We are committed to hiring, developing, and retaining a diverse and exceptionally qualified workforce, and we offer a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, career growth opportunities, extensive internal training, and employee incentive programs.

Job Skills / Requirements

• Valid unarmed Oregon DPSST license (or willingness to obtain within the first day of employment).
• One year of Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience.
• Flexibility to work occasional adjusted shifts with minimal notice, including extended, additional, or overtime shifts.
• Excellent customer service skills, including conflict de‑escalation.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Regularly stand or walk for extended periods of time (70%+ of a shift).
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, uniform appearance, and completion of company training.
• Sound judgment and problem‑solving techniques under pressure in a fast‑paced noisy environment.
• Responsive and proficient at technological communications (text, phone calls, radio, etc.).
• Strong written communication skills for reporting incidents accurately.
• Ability to work independently, in all weather conditions, and on nights & weekends.
• Ability to travel across the city when necessary to ensure coverage.

Responsibilities

A Security Officer may perform a multitude of duties as specified by the Post Orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The Shift Supervisor must become extremely knowledgeable of Post Orders and SOP and act quickly and efficiently according to the directives.

Education Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Certification Requirements

• Driver's license.
• Oregon DPSST license.

Benefits

The Sunstates customizable benefits package includes the following minimum components:

• Affordably compliant medical benefits program.
• Dental insurance program.
• Free life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid time off & bereavement leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Direct deposit or pay cards.
• Employee incentives.
• Referral bonuses.
• Employee of the month award.
• Education reimbursement.
• Service awards.
• Employee involvement initiatives.
• Management mentoring and support.
• Career advancement.
• 401(k) program.

Additional benefits include medical, life, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, short‑term disability, 401(k)/403(b) plan, and educational assistance.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other, Information Technology, and Management

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and supporter of our military veterans!

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