Unarmed Security Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Available Shifts: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM and 4:00 PM–12:00 AM

Savage Operations is seeking dependable, professional, and motivated Unarmed Security Officers to join our growing security team at an established retail location in Tacoma, WA.

This position is primarily responsible for maintaining a professional security presence at the business entrance, protecting employees and customers, monitoring the property, and addressing security concerns, including trespassing, loitering, disruptive behavior, theft, and other potential disturbances.

Because this position operates during active business hours, officers will regularly interact with the client's customers and employees. The ideal candidate will be confident and observant while also being approachable, respectful, and professional.

We are a small security company with high standards for our employees. Reliability, professionalism, honesty, good judgment, and integrity are essential. Our clients depend on us to have the right person in the right place every day, and we are looking for employees who take that responsibility seriously.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible and professional security presence at the entrance of the business
• Help provide a safe and welcoming environment for customers and employees
• Monitor the property for suspicious activity, theft, disturbances, safety concerns, and other potential security issues
• Professionally address trespassing, loitering, and unauthorized individuals on the property
• Use effective communication and de-escalation techniques when dealing with difficult or confrontational individuals
• Monitor and control access to the business when necessary
• Conduct periodic interior and exterior security checks
• Enforce client property rules and policies in a professional manner
• Respond appropriately to security incidents and emergencies
• Contact law enforcement, fire, or emergency medical personnel when circumstances require it
• Immediately communicate significant incidents or concerns to management
• Complete clear and accurate incident reports when required
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor throughout the entire shift

Qualifications

• Previous security, military, law enforcement, corrections, customer service, or similar experience is preferred but not required
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Washington State Unarmed Security Guard License
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional and customer-service-oriented demeanor
• Ability to remain calm and exercise good judgment during stressful or confrontational situations
• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail
• Ability to confidently provide verbal direction and establish professional boundaries
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform the physical requirements of the position
• Dependable transportation and consistent ability to report to work on time
• Reliable mobile phone
• Ability to work assigned weekends and holidays when necessary

Reliability and Attendance

Dependability is one of the most important requirements of this position.

Our clients rely on Savage Operations to provide consistent security coverage, and every scheduled officer is an important part of that responsibility.

Applicants should have a strong attendance history, dependable transportation, good communication habits, and the ability to consistently arrive on time and ready to work.

Frequent call-outs, tardiness, poor communication, or unreliable attendance are not compatible with this position.

We are looking for employees who take ownership of their responsibilities, work well independently, communicate professionally, and understand that their actions represent both Savage Operations and our clients.

Advancement Opportunities

Savage Operations provides opportunities for employees who demonstrate exceptional reliability, professionalism, judgment, and performance.

High-performing Unarmed Security Officers may be considered for advancement into Armed Security Officer positions as company needs and openings become available.

Advancement to an armed position requires meeting all applicable licensing, training, firearms, age, and company qualification standards.

For the right candidate, this position can be an opportunity to establish yourself with the company and develop into a larger role within our security team.