Per Diem Armed Security Officer; ACT

Per Diem Armed Security Officer (ACT-235 Required) - Middletown, PA

Job Category
: SECURITY SERVICES.
Requisition Number
: PERDI
001398.

• Posted:
  April 8, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

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Middletown, PA 17057, USA

Per Diem Position: This role is on an as‑needed basis. Hours are not guaranteed and will vary depending on site needs. Officers are contacted for available shifts and may accept based on availability.

• Compensation and Anticipated
  
  Hours:
  • $26.00/hour
• 3 Medical Plan Choices for full medical coverage
• Optional Health Savings Account
• Vision
• 401K with employer matching dollar for dollar match from 1‑3%, 50% Employer Match on 4‑5%
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
• Earned Sick and Safe Leave accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
• Paid training
• Defined vertical mobility and promotion opportunity

Job Summary:

In this role Physical Security Officers (PSO’s) can expect to be working in demanding and fast‑paced environments. PSO’s may find themselves working in a wide range of areas to include medical centers, government facilities, hospitality venues and public events. Additionally PSOs may be asked to work with a firearm. The PSOs mission is to protect all people, information and property assigned, while delivering on high end customer service.

PSOs represent the front line of our security services.

• Delivering high end customer service
• Responding to emergencies
• Deterring and preventing crime
  
  Performing ingress/ egress control procedures
• Investigating incidents
• Completing daily logs and incident reports
• Conducting regular walking or vehicle patrols
• Building and Maintaining a professional rapport with clients, guests and co‑workers
• De‑escalating conflicts
• Monitoring CCTV cameras
• Performing other related duties as assigned

• ACT 235 (current)
• 21 years of age
• Current and valid driver's licence
• High school diploma or GED
• (1) year experience in armed security recommended
• Must be able to pass PAT and ASO course
• Must be able to pass drug screen
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient time management skills
• Reliable transportation
• Excellent de‑escalation skills
• Proficient firearms skills
  
  Extensive use of force knowledge
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation, urinalysis screening and OPS training requirements

• Officers shall maintain their hair in a neat, clean, and combed professional appearance
• Beards and mustaches must be clean and neatly trimmed

• Ability to work under stress / pressure
• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Ability to wear a uniform
• Ability to pass Physical Agility Test (PAT)
• Ability to use force, up to and including deadly force, when reasonably justified

Disclaimer
:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

At‑Will Employment
:
Employment with OPS Security Group is voluntary and subject to termination by the employee or OPS Security Group at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment‑at‑will status of OPS Security Group employees.

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