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Unarmed Security Officer

Job in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98417, USA
Listing for: Destinytech
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Security Guard, Unarmed Security, Site Security, Security Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20 - 25 USD Hourly USD 20.00 25.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are a unique Veteran owned and operated, employee focused, small family-owned group of businesses designed to serve our employees and our communities. It is our goal to maximize the benefits and work-life balance our employees desire while operating and developing a fiscally and socially responsible organization. We strive to address community issues, such as living wages, socio-economic advancement, mental health, family support, crime, safety, and education, by building teams of like-minded individuals working together to make a difference in our own lives, social circles, families, and local communities.

We value hard work and lead by example in developing and implementing unique and effective solutions to problems that impact us all.

Are you ready to apply your knowledge and abilities? Explore opportunities with our partnered businesses and apply today. While our primary business is Security, we also offer a variety of opportunities in other areas and many officers find they are able to find regular work in Security while going to school, serving in the Reserves or National Guard, or working part time in one of our other businesses.

Experienced security officers and Veterans may find pathways to advancement into management, instruction, or by developing other advanced skills in the security industry.

Unarmed Security Officer at Northwest Overwatch Inc

Tacoma, WA

NOTE:

In order to be licensed and hired to work as a security guard in the state of Washington, you must be at least 18 years old, a US Citizen or Legal Resident, and be able to pass a criminal background check and random drug screenings. You must be physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of a security guard and employed by a state licensed security guard company.

I.
OBJECTIVE

To provide world class service to each and every client we serve. Northwest Overwatch officers take pride in meeting the highest standards in the industry. Security officers provide a deterrent presence, monitor/patrol sites to increase safety and security, respond to incidents, and complete regular reports.

II.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • A security officer will be on-time, in the correct uniform, and perform their duties thoroughly, each and every shift.
  • Officers use smartphones, tablets/laptops, radios, MS Teams, Outlook, mobile apps and similar tools to report their activities and incidents that occur on sites.
  • Officers will check in regularly as instructed, conduct patrols and site checks, and follow post orders and supervisor instructions at all times.
  • Officers must be experienced and comfortable dealing with a variety of situations, dealing with transients and other potentially dangerous people, de-escalation, and if no other options are possible, authorized use of force.
  • III. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • MUST be 18 years or older to obtain a security guard license.
  • Previous experience as an armed or unarmed security officer, law enforcement officer, and/or military service is preferred.
  • IV. PAY RATE & BENEFITS

  • Unarmed officers make a base rate of $20 or more per hour.
  • Bonuses are paid based on site assignments, location and service categories and qualifications.
  • Average pay for unarmed sites is around $25/hr including bonuses.
  • Supplemental medical, paid time off and 401k benefits after 90 days.
  • Are you interested in working in a specialized area of security that includes executive/close protection, private investigations, camera and access control system design, and/or security consulting? Are you a fast learner, self-driven to achieve and work well independently and with small teams? Apply now to be considered for a position in a cutting-edge niche of the security industry.

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