Unarmed Security Officer

Veterans Security Operations (VSO) is a Veteran based private security company within Washington State. Through offering competitive pay, competitive benefits, comprehensive training, and decades of combined military and security experience, we offer our clients the best security professionals they can ask for.

Our Mission

Our mission encompasses two core objectives. The first objective is to continue supporting our transitioning service members from the military, providing them with a workplace they can call home. Here, their skill sets seamlessly translate into the private security industry, allowing them to sustain their service to our country. The second objective is to furnish proactive security solutions to our local communities, fostering their growth and prosperity. We are not just another security company; we are Veterans Security Operations.

Veterans Security Operations is seeking to increase our unarmed division to service our rapid growing portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring and responding to security risks, ensuring the safety of people and property of your assigned post. This is a fast-paced position with some weekends required, so we're looking for an individual with experience in the security field who can handle stress well and remain vigilant under pressure.

Position Overview

Veterans Security Operations is seeking professional Unarmed Security Officers to support our growing portfolio of clients.

This position is assigned to a client whose contract requires security personnel to have a military affiliation. Qualified applicants must be a current or former member of the United States Armed Forces, including Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, or Reserve personnel.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for protecting people, property, and assets by maintaining a visible security presence, observing and reporting suspicious activity, and responding appropriately to incidents. This is a fast-paced position that may require evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned properties on foot or in a company vehicle.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents and suspicious activity.
• Observe, document, and report unusual activities involving individuals or vehicles.
• Protect client property and assets from theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access.
• Control vehicle and pedestrian traffic when necessary.
• Respond professionally to public inquiries, complaints, and emergencies.
• Complete accurate incident reports and daily activity logs.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and client post orders.

Qualifications

• Must be a Veteran, National Guard member, or Reservist.
• Valid Washington State driver's license.
• Clean driving record and ability to provide a current driving abstract upon hire.
• Reliable transportation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent observation, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Previous security, military, or law enforcement experience is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Job Type

• Full-time

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts (0600-1800, 1800-0600)
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime as needed
• Weekends as needed

Veterans Security Operations is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Applicants will be considered without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Where a client contract requires specific qualifications for assigned personnel, those requirements will be applied only to positions covered by that contract.

Who Are We?
Veterans Security Operations (VSO) stands as your proactive, veteran-founded local security solution. We take pride in our unmatched performance, quality, and the caliber of training we extend to the public. Offering a wide spectrum of services, ranging from armed and unarmed guards to patrol services and an extensive array of training classes, we are committed to safeguarding our community.

Since our inception in 2019, Veterans Security Operations has witnessed remarkable growth. Our dedication to excellence was recognized with the prestigious Inc5000 award in 2023. As we strive to expand our reach to serve more communities, our mission remains steadfast: to provide transitioning service members with a place they can truly call home.

Our mission encompasses two core objectives;
The first objective is to continue supporting our transitioning service members from the military, providing them with a workplace they can call home. Here, their skill sets seamlessly translate into the private security industry, allowing them to sustain their service to our country.

The second objective is to furnish proactive security solutions to our local communities, fostering their growth and prosperity.

We are not just another security company; we are Veterans Security Operations.