Security Officers

Overview

Join one of the fastest‑growing and largest privately held security companies in the U.S.! Since 1998, Sunstates Security has established a reputation for providing excellent customer service and quality work environments for its team across the country. We’re committed to hiring, developing, and retaining a diverse and exceptionally qualified workforce. We reinvest in our employees by offering a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, career growth opportunities, extensive internal training, employee incentive programs, team recognition, and more.

Recent national awards include Outstanding Contract Security Company in 2022 & 2023 and INC’s America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies list. Sunstates Security’s mission and vision focus on honor, integrity, and trust. If you’re searching for a career with challenging and rewarding opportunities, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. As a proactive security partner for some of the country’s leading companies and organizations, we provide careers for talented people to become part of a successful, growing company.

HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Sunstates Security is hiring Full & Part‑Time, Unarmed Security Officers in the Portland area. The pay rate is $22.75/hr, paid weekly.

Industry‑leading employee benefits include weekly pay, 401k savings plan with company match, affordable medical, dental & vision benefits, employee referral bonuses, paid time off, premium holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and more – available for qualified candidates!

Successful applicants must hold a valid unarmed Oregon DPSST license. Applicants without guard card but with relevant experience will be considered and must obtain license by first day of employment. Preference will be given to candidates with relevant work experience.

• One year of Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience.
• Flexibility to work occasional adjusted shifts with minimal notice to maintain full staffing, including extended, additional, or overtime shifts.
• Excellent customer service skills, including conflict de‑escalation.
• Valid driver’s license & clean driving record.
• Pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Regularly standing or walking for extended periods of time and distance (70%+ of a shift).
• Reliability regarding attendance, punctuality, uniform appearance and completion of company training.
• Sound judgement & problem‑solving techniques under pressure in a fast‑paced noisy environment.
• Responsive and proficient at technological communications (text, phone, radio, etc.).
• Ability to clearly and concisely understand and communicate information in written form.
• Completing tasks meticulously with great attention to detail, mindful of public perception.
• Exceptional report writing skills and ability to observe and report 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.

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

High School diploma or equivalent.

Driver’s License, Oregon DPSST License.

The Sunstates customizable benefits package includes the following minimum components:

• Affordable Care Act 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
• 401K program

Only candidates who meet our rigorous employment standards and who are excellent matches for open positions (as personally verified by Site Managers) are invited to join our security team. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and supporter of our military veterans!

Benefits include Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Short Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Educational Assistance.