Transit Security Officer: Protect Riders, Grow Your Career

PalAmerican Security; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

PalAmerican Security is seeking a Transit Security Officer in Washington. If you have at least 2 years of security or military experience, you can join our team and help protect staff and visitors while delivering excellent customer care.

You will stay mobile, write detailed incident reports, and engage with the public to ensure safety. PalAmerican emphasizes CARE culture—Curious, Accountable, Respectful, Exceptional—and provides comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of security or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Provide proof of High School diploma, GED or higher education.
• Have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Enjoy working with the public and providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Wear body armor, duty belt with handcuffs, baton, radio, flashlight, and first aid kit
• Engage in high volume face-to-face public interactions
• Write detailed and accurate reports on incidents
• Maintain a physical presence as a deterrent to illegal activity
• Ensure safety and security of site staff and visitors
• Provide empathetic approach to managing escalated situations
• Contribute to the overall experience by providing superior customer care

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Public interaction

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

PalAmerican Security is seeking a Transit Security Officer in Washington. If you have at least 2 years of security or military experience, you can join our team and help protect staff and visitors while delivering excellent customer care.

You will stay mobile, write detailed incident reports, and engage with the public to ensure safety. PalAmerican emphasizes CARE culture—Curious, Accountable, Respectful, Exceptional—and provides comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.