Armed Security Officer - Temporary/Per Diem

Job Description

Job Description

Armed Security Officer (Part-Time / Per Diem)

Location: MetroWest Massachusetts (Wayland or Arlington MA)
Schedule: Part-Time / Per Diem (12–16 hours per week)
Pay: $26 – $27 per hour

Why join us?
Signal of New England is seeking motivated and dependable Armed Security Officers who take pride in protecting people, property, and the communities we serve.

This role is ideal for security professionals, veterans, law enforcement professionals, and responsible individuals seeking meaningful part-time work with opportunities for growth. Signal provides professional training, career development opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on client safety.

 
Job Description:

This is a temporary, per diem, part-time position scheduled from September through October 31st. After October 31st, we will review staffing needs and the possibility of continuing your employment based on available work and business needs.

The ideal candidate is professional, observant, dependable, and capable of exercising sound judgment while working independently. This position requires a high level of responsibility, professionalism, and commitment to safety.

Your daily responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Maintain a highly visible and professional security presence.
• Conduct routine and random foot patrols of assigned properties and designated areas.
• Monitor activity and identify security concerns, safety hazards, or policy violations.
• Respond promptly to calls for service, alarms, disturbances, and emergency situations.
• Assess situations and take appropriate action while following company policies and client procedures.
• Prepare detailed and accurate incident reports, daily activity reports, and security documentation.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents, guests, employees, and client representatives.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, dispatch, management, and emergency responders.
• Assist law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical personnel when required.
• Maintain professionalism and composure during stressful or confrontational situations.

Requirements :

• Possess a valid Massachusetts License to Carry (LTC).
• Must have your own firearm and equipment to conceal carry or open carry.
• Successfully complete required firearms qualification standards.
• Able to attend required training in Natick, MA and Holliston, MA.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.

Skills & Attributes:

The ideal candidate is:

• Reliable and punctual.
• Professional in appearance and communication.
• Vigilant, observant, and detail-oriented.
• Self-disciplined and able to work independently.
• Confident handling difficult situations.
• Skilled in verbal de-escalation and conflict resolution.
• Able to interact respectfully with diverse groups of people.
• Comfortable working in a customer-service-focused security environment.

Benefits :

• Career advancement opportunities through Signals career progression ladder.
• Opportunities for additional hours and premium pay rates.
• Health Insurance and other supplemental insurances. (For full-time employees)
• Paid training opportunities to develop advanced skills.
• Free access to a firearms range in Holliston, MA.

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