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Full Time Armed Security Officer: (ACT-235 Required) - Philadelphia PA

Job Category: Security Services Requisition Number: FULLT001389

Posted: March 31, 2026

Full-Time

Greater Philadelphia Area Philadelphia, PA, USA

Job Details

Description

The appropriate candidate must possess an ACT 235 and be able to pass a Public Trust Background Check.

Compensation and Anticipated Hours: $25.00/hourly 1st Shift 7:45am-4:15p (42.5 hours)

Benefits: 3 Medical Plan Choices for full medical coverage Optional Health Savings Account Vision Dental 401K with employer matching dollar for dollar match from 1-3%, 50% Employer Match on 4-5% Paid parental leave (4 weeks) Earned Sick and Safe Leave accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked Paid training Defined vertical mobility and promotion opportunity

Job Summary In this role Physical Security Officers (PSO's) can expect to be working in demanding and fast paced environments. PSO's may find themselves working in a wide range of areas to include medical centers, government facilities, hospitality venues and public events. Additionally, PSOs may be asked to work with a firearm. The PSOs mission is to protect all people, information and property assigned, while delivering on high end customer service. PSOs represent the front line of our security services.

Job Duties / Essential Functions Delivering high end customer service Responding to emergencies Deterring and preventing crime Performing ingress/ egress control procedures Investigating incidents Completing daily logs and incident reports Conducting regular walking or vehicle patrols Building and Maintaining a professional rapport with clients, guests and co-workers De-escalating conflicts Monitoring CCTV cameras Performing other related duties as assigned

Skills / Qualifications ACT 235 (current) 21 years of age Current and valid DL High school diploma or GED (2) years of armed security experience required Must be able to pass Physical Agility Test and Armed Security Officer course Must be able to pass drug screen Excellent written and oral communication skills Proficient time management skills Reliable transportation Excellent de-escalation skills Proficient firearms skills Extensive use of force knowledge Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation, urinalysis screening and OPS training requirements

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions Ability to work under stress / pressure Ability to lift 25 pounds Ability to wear a uniform Ability to pass Physical Agility Test (PAT)

Our Mission: To lead the way in caring for, compensating and offering careers to our people, who in turn provide unparalleled professional services to our clients. Our Virtues: People First: Treat people with dignity and respect and help them become who they are capable of becoming. Servant Leadership: Continuously improve and bring out excellence in others by modeling it yourself. Accountability: Stay loyal to what you said you would do long after the mood you said it in has changed. Diligence: Proceed on the course you laid out knowing that all good things come with time, effort and creativity. Integrity: Give people a reason to trust you knowing that a true measure of character is what you do without reward and how you treat those who can do nothing for you.

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

At-Will Employment Employment with OPS Security Group is voluntary and subject to termination by the employee or OPS Security Group at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of OPS Security Group employees.

Qualifications

Education

High School or better in Accounting.

Licenses & Certifications

ACT235 Certified

CPR/AED Certified

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