Security Officer; Armed

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Full Time Manual Labor Bellevue, WA, US

18 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $22.00 To $28.00 Hourly

JOB TITLE:

Armed Security Officer

CLASSIFICATION:
Security
- On
-Call (Full-time/ Part-time)

SCHEDULE:

Day Shift, Swing Shift, & Night Shift Positions Available

LOCATION:

the greater Seattle area. (MUST BE ABLE TO TRAVEL TO SEATTLE)

PAY: ARMED: $22.00-$28.00+ (Based on experience, and job details)

Markham Investigation and Protection LLC. (MIP)

We are seeking experienced and qualified candidates to fill the Armed Security Officer position to work within our new protective team. At an on‑call/flex basis (part‑time and full‑time) for various locations in Western WA, mainly operating in greater Seattle.

To be successful, candidates must have at least 3 years of experience working armed assignments in the security industry, be familiar and comfortable with firearms, and have proficiency with smartphone technology.

Do you have an active armed guard license? Upon hire for this position, the guard must take a recertification armed class of 4 hours with our trainer or an 8‑hour full armed training class to transfer the armed guard license credential to a new company. This will cost you $150‑$350. While waiting for the transfer of the armed license credential you would work as an unarmed guard at an hourly rate of $22.00.

Once an armed license with MIP is processed the hourly rate of pay is approx. $26+. (Based on experience, education level, and job details). We do offer payment assistance if needed. MIP will pay the upfront cost/fees, and the amount will be deducted from your first paycheck with MIP.

• Serve as a visible deterrent.
• Patrol the facility to report potential safety or security risks.
• Provide emergency response to aid with incidents.
• Provide the highest level of customer service in both written and oral communications.
• Prepare accurate and detailed reports.
• This position includes regular walking and standing for extended periods.
• Some kneeling, stooping, or crouching may be involved.
• Ability to work outside in the elements (weather).
• Notify supervisors of unauthorized personnel on site.

• Licensing Assistance.
• Flexible Scheduling.
• More.

• Must be 21+ years of age for all locations.
• High school diploma/GED, or equivalent job‑related experience.
• Able to pass drug test & background screening.
• Must have smartphone/data plan.
• Basic computer/mobile device skills.
• Security guard license in WA State (Armed).
• Must have personal vehicle/reliable transportation. Please do not apply if you do not have a personal vehicle in working condition for this position.
• Must possess stress tolerance and a de‑escalation mindset.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen authorized to legally work in the United States.
• Must be able to legally purchase a firearm according to Washington’s RWC 9.41.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed.

• Valid state driver's license/safe driving record (For operating company vehicles).
• CPR & first aid certification.
• Bilingual.

Markham Investigation and Protection LLC.

Part-Time
- Full‑time Flex Position, have to be available 24/7 for call‑ins. 20-40 hours a week.