UnArmed Security officer

Marksman Security LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Promotion opportunities

Meals and snacks provided

Paid time off for part-time employees

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Short-term disability

Complimentary life insurance

Paid on-the-job training

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Marksman Security LLC, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is hiring experienced security officers with military or law enforcement backgrounds. Candidates should have strong people skills and a professional appearance.

The role includes responsibilities such as responding to alarms, managing communications, and operating security systems. The company offers competitive pay starting at $17.00/hr, along with paid training, meals, and comprehensive insurance benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior law enforcement, military, or corrections experience required.
• Minimum age of 21 with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Deter criminal activity and misconduct.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies.
• Make periodic patrols to identify unsafe conditions.

Skills

Customer service

Security experience

Law enforcement

Technology skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

Access control systems

Computer software

Job description

Experienced Security Officers

Marksman Security is seeking experienced security officers with prior security guard (armed or unarmed), military, or law enforcement experience. Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong people skills, professional appearance, and take ownership of team success.

Position Advantages:

• Promotion opportunities in Command Center positions, starting at \$17.00/hr.
• Meals and snacks provided while on duty.
• Paid time off for part‑time employees (8 hours PTO per 100 hours worked).
• Medical, vision, dental insurance.
• Short‑term disability, critical care/hospital indemnity.
• Complimentary life insurance.
• Legal assistance and identity‑theft protection.
• Paid on‑the‑job training, bi‑weekly pay.
• Competitive compensation and continuous learning via LMS.
• Employee referral bonus, referral program, appreciation events, performance incentives.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Deter criminal activity and misconduct.
• Respond to alarms, distress calls, emergencies (fire, injuries, unauthorized persons) and contact police, fire departments, or local emergency response teams.
• Make periodic patrols to identify unsafe conditions, hazards, and security violations.
• Operate access control systems, use a computer for incident reports, navigate security software, and use email.
• Maintain strong customer service skills and professional demeanor.
• Manage multiple tasks and communicate via radio and telephone in a high‑pressure environment.
• Perform other duties as determined by the security supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Prior law enforcement, military, or corrections experience.
• Applicants must meet at least one of the following:Applicants must meet at least one of the following:
  • Two years of customer service experience
  • Two years of security experience
  • Law enforcement experience
  • Corrections experience
  • Military experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Requirements:

• Valid state licensing if applicable.
• Minimum age 21 with high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and drug test.
• Technology skills: operate access control systems, use computer for incident reports, email, and security software.
• Strong customer service, professional demeanor, and appearance.
• Experience managing multiple tasks in radio/telephone communications under medium to high pressure.
• Familiarity with report writing, surveillance, observation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• CPR and First Aid training preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Marksman Security LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on protected status under any applicable law.