Unarmed Security Guard - Arizona

advancedprofessionalsecurity; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Advanced Professional Security in Phoenix is urgently hiring Unarmed Security Guards responsible for protecting clients and properties from criminal activities. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, observational skills, and physical fitness.

Key responsibilities involve monitoring premises, responding to suspicious activities, and maintaining security protocols. Benefits include health care, paid time off, retirement savings, and more. Join a dedicated team committed to accountability and integrity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Security guard training certification preferred.
• Reliable transportation.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the grounds or buildings as assigned.
• Respond to alerts of suspicious activity.
• Escort released employees and trespassers off property.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Excellent observational skills

Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations

Previous surveillance experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Security guard training certification

Job description

Job Overview

Advanced Professional Security (APS) is urgently looking for Unarmed Security Guards to join our team. The Security Guard is responsible for protecting the client and assigned property from any criminal activity or trespassing.

The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication, excellent observational skills and previous surveillance experience, preferably in a law enforcement environment. They should have the ability to remain calm in high‑pressure situations while exhibiting patience and superb attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Surveillance: Patrol the grounds or buildings as assigned, regularly. If suspicious activity is detected, refer to local authorities. Review surveillance cameras and monitor crowds as needed. Establish and review the identification required to enter the building or property. Verify all doors, windows and gates are secure on a rotating schedule. Escort released employees off the property as well as any other trespassers.
• Investigation: Respond to any alerts of suspicious activity. If a person is under suspicion of criminal activity, secure the environment and person, and report to the local authorities. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Security guard training certification preferred.
• Reliable transportation.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand or sit for long periods, and detain an individual if necessary.

About Advanced Professional Security

Advanced Professional Security is a public safety organization dedicated to deterring criminal activity. Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes integrity. We are a minority‑owned and veteran‑preference organization and are committed to accountability and integrity.

Benefits

Benefits include health care, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary supplemental benefits, paid time off, retirement savings and professional development for eligible employees after 60 days of employment. Employees can also take advantage of offerings such as free bus passes and flexible schedules.

Equal Employment Opportunity

APS is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the APS community to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included, and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.

Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.