Armed Security Supervisor – Downtown Portland

GardaWorld; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay program

Health insurance (FT)

401k

Uniforms Provided

Sick leave

Paid Time Off

Job summary

GardaWorld is hiring a Public Safety Armed Supervisor for Downtown Portland, OR. You will lead and coordinate a security team, provide armed security, and communicate with public safety partners to protect people and assets.

The role requires prior armed security or law enforcement experience and DPSST-aligned standards. Expect a full-time schedule with competitive hourly pay and benefits. You will work closely with the Portland Police Bureau to maintain safety and order.

Qualifications

• Military, law enforcement, or armed guard experience.
• Ability to lead and assign day-to-day responsibilities to the team.
• Experience scheduling, preparing performance reports, and in-service training.
• Ability to coordinate with law enforcement and public safety partners.
• Familiarity with DPSST certification standards and Oregon law.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day security operations and supervise team members.
• Coordinate with Portland Police Bureau and District communications.
• Maintain daily logs and file incident reports.
• Provide armed visual security to protect people and property.
• Respond quickly to calls for service and ensure safety.

Skills

Armed security experience

Team leadership

Scheduling

Reporting (performance/incident)

Training & evaluation

Daily logs & incident reporting

De-escalation training (DPSST)

Education

DPSST certification

Tools

Radio communication equipment

Vehicle access

Job description

GardaWorld is hiring a Public Safety Armed Supervisor for Downtown Portland, OR. You will lead and coordinate a security team, provide armed security, and communicate with public safety partners to protect people and assets.

The role requires prior armed security or law enforcement experience and DPSST-aligned standards. Expect a full-time schedule with competitive hourly pay and benefits. You will work closely with the Portland Police Bureau to maintain safety and order.