Unarmed Security Officer

GSG Protective Services; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Long Term Disability

401K/403b Plan

Supplemental Insurance Options

Job summary

GSG Protective Services is seeking Unarmed Security Officers to work at a variety of sites and posts. Officers will, at a minimum, observe and report activity at the site assigned, with additional duties defined in site-specific post orders.

The role requires alertness, collaboration with staff, and reliable attendance. Applicants must be 18+, hold a Security Guard Permit as required by state law, and provide documents proving identity and authorization to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Security Guard Permit as required by state law.
• Documents that establish identity.
• Documents that establish authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report activity at the assigned post.
• Collaborate with all GSG Protective Services and client staff, irrelevant of position rank or title.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Observe and report various activities on and around the assigned post.
• Follow safety rules and procedures, at assigned post, as established by GSG Protective Services to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
• Report designated activities and irregularities by submitting written and/or verbal reports.
• Additional essential duties will be defined in the Post Orders of the specific post for which the security officer is assigned.

Skills

Observe & report

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

GSG Protective Services is a trusted security provider with a strong presence across the Southwest and Northeast United States. We offer high-quality, full-service security solutions with a commitment to safety, professionalism, and reliability. Our services include physical security, protective services, consulting, technology integration, and specialized training.

Led by a seasoned leadership team with decades of experience, we stand by our core values — Professionalism, Respect, Open Communication, Training & Education, Empowerment, Customer Service, and Teamwork (PROTECT). At GSG, we do more than provide security — we protect what matters most.

Job Skills / Requirements

GSG Protective Services is seeking Unarmed Security Officers to work at a variety of sites and posts. Unarmed Security Officers will, at a minimum, be responsible for observing and reporting activity at the site assigned. Additional duties and responsibilities will be defined in the site-specific post orders.

• Be alert and attentive while on duty to ensure personal safety and your ability to observe activities, irrelevant of working environment.
• Collaborate with all GSG Protective Services and client staff, irrelevant of position rank or title.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Observe and report various activities on and around the assigned post.
• Practice all safety rules and procedures, at assigned post, as established by GSG Protective Services to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
• Report designated activities and irregularities by submitting written and/or verbal reports.
• Additional essential duties will be defined in the Post Orders of the specific post for which the security officer is assigned.

Requirements

• 18+ years of age
• Security Guard Permit as required by state law.
• Documents that establish identity
• Documents that establish authorization to work in the U.S

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Listen, understand, summarize, transfer and retain basic instructions and detailed information.
• Ability to observe and report activity.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma

Certification Requirements (All)

Security Officer License

Additional Information / Benefits

What We Expect

At GSG Protective Services, professionalism is a top priority. All team members are expected to follow a strict Code of Conduct, which includes:

Maintaining professional standards in dress and grooming

Respecting company property and equipment

Following all safety, health, and operational guidelines

Demonstrating respect, integrity, and confidentiality in every interaction

Equal Opportunity Employer

GSG Protective Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Supplemental Insurance Options (accident, critical illness, hospital, etc.)

This job reports to the Account Manager and/or Operations Manager