Transit Security Officer - FT (81988)

Inter-Con Security; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Recognition and Reward Programs

Training and Career Development

Opportunities for medical, dental, holidays

Uniform and equipment provided

Job summary

A leading security services provider in Phoenix is seeking Unarmed Transit Security Officers. In this role, you will ensure public safety and provide exceptional customer service across the transit system. Candidates should possess strong de-escalation and situational awareness skills, along with experience in security, military, or public-facing roles. This opportunity also comes with competitive pay and benefits that support career growth.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Willing to obtain First Aid and CPR Certification.
• 3 years of customer-facing service and security/military/correctional officer experience.
• Must be capable of moderate to arduous physical exertion.

Responsibilities

• Provide unarmed security services through foot and vehicle patrols.
• Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining security presence.
• Conduct daily fare inspections.
• Monitor transit areas to prevent public disturbances.

Skills

Strong de-escalation skills

Situational awareness

Public interaction experience

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Valid Arizona Unarmed Security Guard License

Valid Arizona Driver’s License or State ID

Job description

Company Overview

Founded in 1973, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading US‑owned security company, providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter‑Con remains under family ownership and control and operates as the industry leader in the field of customized, high‑requirement security solutions. Inter‑Con employs over 25,000 security officer personnel worldwide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience.

Why Work at Inter‑Con?

Inter‑Con is Everywhere Security Matters.

Passion: Inter‑Con is a thriving company that is passionate about its products and people. Joining the Inter‑Con family is an opportunity for growth and career advancement in an environment that truly cares for its employees. By joining the Inter‑Con family, you’re working with the best to build a safer future.

People: Inter‑Con is more than a company, it’s an alumni base. We believe in positioning the right people in the right place to help them achieve their long‑term aspirations for career growth. We have transitioned thousands of security officers into successful careers in law enforcement, government services, foreign affairs and many more. Your career success drives our success.

Benefits: Inter‑Con offers excellent full‑time and part‑time benefits that include: flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, sponsorship for Top Secret Clearance, comprehensive training, discounts on higher education and much more.

Partner with us to begin a journey that begins with a commitment and leads to a career of a lifetime. Stand out. Be proud. Be Inter‑Con!

Employment Opportunity

We are seeking professional Unarmed Transit Security Officers to provide public safety, fare inspection, and customer service across the transit system. This role combines security guard responsibilities with customer engagement, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for riders while enforcing transit regulations.

Successful candidates will have strong de‑escalation skills, situational awareness, and public interaction experience. Officers patrol transit areas on foot or by vehicle, monitor for safety concerns, perform fare inspections, and respond to incidents. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in security, military service, law enforcement, or public‑facing customer service roles.

Specific Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Recognition and Reward Programs
• Training and Career Development
• Opportunities for medical, dental, holidays, vacation and sick, and 401(k) retirement plan
• Uniform and equipment provided
• Additional benefits vary depending on position

Key Responsibilities

• Provide unarmed security services through foot patrols and vehicle patrols across the transit system.
• Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining a strong security presence.
• Conduct daily fare inspections.
• Identify, document, and report security violations, safety hazards, and suspicious activity.
• Monitor transit areas to prevent public disturbances and safety incidents.
• Assist during emergencies and special events, including:
  • Crowd control
  • Service disruptions
  • Collisions
  • Fire or life‑safety incidents
• Enforce agency policies regarding trespassing on transit property, coordinating with local law enforcement when necessary.
• Notify law enforcement of criminal activity and provide detailed incident reports.
• Take prompt action when observing accidents, fire hazards, property damage, or safety risks.

Minimum Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older
• U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States
• Valid Arizona Unarmed Security Guard License
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License or State ID
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Willing to obtain First Aid and CPR Certification
• 3 years of customer‑facing service and security/military/correctional officer/P.D.
• Must be fully capable of performing the full range of security work requiring moderate to arduous physical exertion under either normal or emergency conditions. Must be able to stand and walk for the duration of shift hours.
• Must possess a good distance vision in each eye, correct to 20/30 on the Snellen chart. In addition to that, must possess normal fields of vision, good depth perception, close vision correctable to Jaeger #4 type test of both eyes, and ability to distinguish basic colors
• Hearing loss must not exceed 30 decibels in both ears or 35 decibels in the poorer ear.
• Ability to pass background screening in accordance with EEOC Enforcement Guidance 915.002
• Strong conflict resolution and de‑escalation skills

Veterans

Inter‑Con is passionate about hiring veterans. In fact, we’ve hired thousands of veterans over the years and plan to keep hiring as many as we can. If you are veteran in search of a rewarding career among a team that holds an affinity for those who served as well as values your success and growth within our organization, please take a moment to review our website for all our extensive opportunities. Visit www.icsecurity.com/careers/.

Inter‑Con Security Systems, Inc. is an affirmative action employer who provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups. License PPO# 6822

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