Security Officer

Patriot Security Enterprises; Oak Park (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional training

Career advancement

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Patriot Security is seeking a Security Officer in Oak Park, MI to maintain a visible presence at the assigned retail location, conduct routine patrols, and identify safety concerns.

You will observe, document, and report incidents, respond calmly per procedures, and communicate clearly with employees, customers, and visitors. Prior security or retail experience is a plus; high school diploma required; training provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Meet security licensing requirements.
• Previous security or retail experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible, professional security presence at the assigned retail location.
• Conduct routine patrols and identify potential safety or security concerns.
• Observe, document, and report incidents or suspicious activity.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents while following established procedures.
• Provide courteous assistance and communicate clearly with employees, customers, and visitors.

Skills

Dependability

Punctuality

Professionalism

Communication

Customer service

Judgment

Willingness to Learn

Licensing requirements

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Oak Park, MI, Education Level: High School, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Build a career. Make an impact. Grow with Patriot Security.

What you'll do

• Maintain a visible, professional security presence at the assigned retail location.
• Conduct routine patrols and identify potential safety or security concerns.
• Observe, document, and report incidents or suspicious activity.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents while following established procedures.
• Provide courteous assistance and communicate clearly with employees, customers, and visitors.

What you'll bring

• Dependability, punctuality, and a professional appearance.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Willingness to learn and follow security procedures.
• Ability to meet applicable employment and security licensing requirements.
• Previous security or retail experience is a plus.

Why join Patriot Security

Build your skills and grow with our team. We offer professional training, support from leadership, and opportunities to take on more responsibility. Whether you want to strengthen your skills as a Security Officer or pursue a lead officer, site supervisor, or management role, we encourage your development as opportunities become available.

Patriot Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet applicable employment and security licensing requirements.
• Previous security or retail experience is a plus.