Full Time Security Officer

Per Mar Security Services; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401K/403b Plan

Job summary

Per Mar Security Services in Wausau, WI, is seeking a Security Officer to patrol a public facility, maintain a friendly yet authoritative presence, and uphold safety policies. You will respond calmly to disturbances while coordinating with staff to enforce rules and protect patrons, staff, and property.

This role requires reliability, strong communication, and a commitment to company values. The position offers a set schedule, weekend coverage, and opportunities for advancement within a leading

Qualifications

• Background check and drug test required.
• Must be 18+ years old with a valid private security license.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Reliable transportation and professional demeanor.
• Integrity and accountability essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct foot patrols to ensure safety and security.
• De-escalate conflicts with patrons in a professional manner.
• Assist staff with conflicts involving patrons violating rules.
• Monitor premises to prevent theft or infractions of rules.
• Inspect doors, windows, and gates for proper function.
• Warn violators and enforce facility regulations.
• Address suspicious or criminal acts and report issues.
• Call emergency personnel for high risk situations when needed.

Skills

Background check

Drug test

18+ years old

Private security license

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Reliable transportation

Dependable

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Work with the best! Per Mar Security, an industry leader in providing integrated security solutions, is seeking hardworking, motivated people. Established in 1953, Per Mar Security Services is the largest, family-owned, full-service security company in the Midwest with more than 2,600 team members, operating in 25 branch locations. The company provides full-service security solutions for homes and businesses, including security officer services, smart home automation, burglar and fire alarms, access control, security cameras, alarm monitoring, investigative services, and background checks.

Job Skills / Requirements

• $18.00 Per Hour
• 40 hours per week - Set Schedule!
• Shifts: Monday through Thursday 2:00 PM - 8: 00 PM
• Friday and Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Sundays off Major Holidays offLocation: Wausau Job Summary: The Security Officer is responsible for conducting routine patrols throughout the public facility to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of patrons, staff, and property. This role requires maintaining a friendly yet authoritative presence that promotes a welcoming environment while upholding facility policies and rules. The officer must respond calmly and professionally to rule violations, disturbances, or safety concerns, including situations that may be stressful or high-pressure. Strong communication, sound judgment, and conflict-resolution skills are essential, as the officer is expected to de-escalate situations respectfully, enforce facility regulations consistently, and provide assistance or guidance to patrons as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Pass background check
• Must pass on-site drug test at time of hire
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must possess the values important to Per Mar Security – Integrity, Communication, Excellent Service, and Accountability.
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to be professional in all settings, have open communication with Operations Manager.
• Have reliable transportation
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be responsible and dependable
• Must be willing to participate in the Company's pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation. Must not have any felonies.
• Must be able to obtain a DSPS Private Security Person license.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct foot patrols
• Must be able to handle de-escalation with patrons in a professional manner when needed.
• Support staff on premises with any conflicts with patrons violating rules and regulations.
• Monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules
• Thoroughly examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure proper function and security
• Warn violators of premise rules and regulations
• Address persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts.
• Report any facility issues.
• Request emergency personnel for high risk situations when applicable.

Per Mar is an Affir

Education Requirements (All)

• High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

• Private Security License

Additional Information / Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401K/403b Plan