Tactical Security Officer

GardaWorld; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

PTO and paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Career growth opportunities

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services is hiring a Tactical Security Officer in Bethlehem, PA. The role requires patrolling diverse environments, verifying identities, and responding quickly to threats, with full-time hours and a $30.00 hourly wage.

Background checks and drug screening apply. Qualified candidates should have 2+ years of security experience, a high school diploma or GED, and current or prior law enforcement exposure.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years security experience.
• Current or former law enforcement experience.
• Previous tactical/high-risk security or emergency response experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot suspicious activity.
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas.
• React quickly to threats or incidents.
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras.
• Document incidents and actions taken.
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks.
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents.
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property.

Skills

Situational awareness

Calm under pressure

Verbal communication

Written communication

De-escalation

Crisis management

Access control

Perimeter security

Patrol procedures

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard?

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.
Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of security experience
• Must have current or former law enforcement experience
• Previous tactical security, high-risk security, or emergency response experience preferred.

• Preferred:
  Strong situational awareness and threat recognition.

• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Conflict de-escalation and crisis management abilities.

• Knowledge of access control, perimeter security, and patrol procedures.

• Ability to identify suspicious activity and potential security vulnerabilities.

• Ability to complete detailed incident reports and documentation.

• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

What’s in it for you:

• Site Location: Bethlehem, PA
• Set schedule: Full-time
  • Monday - Friday, 11am - 7pm
• Competitive hourly wage of $30.00 / hr (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Tactical Security Guard

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications of Tactical Security Guard

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• Be able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
• First aid certification is an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
• You have a state license if required

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening to be conducted after an offer of employment is extended.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment
**STATE LICENSE NUMBER IF REQUIRED**

**CP-51-MD-0000581-2018**