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Hours Full-time
Location Philadelphia, PA
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Job Description

Job Description
Armed & Unarmed Security Officers – Now Hiring

United Protection & Security Service (UPSS) is seeking professional, mature, and dependable Armed and Unarmed Security Officers to join our growing team. We provide security services for a wide range of locations, including schools, churches/places of worship, apartment complexes, construction sites, corporate offices, residential communities, and more.


We are looking for officers who take pride in their work, follow protocol, and represent UPSS with professionalism at all times.


Position Overview

Security Officers will be assigned to various job sites depending on company and client needs. Officers must be flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to different environments and expectations.


Shifts may include:


  • Day Shift
  • Mid Shift
  • Overnight
  • Weekends
  • Holidays
  • Emergency or last‑minute coverage


What You’ll Do

Patrol and secure buildings, grounds, and parking areas


Monitor activity to ensure the safety of property, staff, and visitors


Enforce site-specific policies and procedures


Manage access control and visitor check-ins


Respond promptly to incidents, disturbances, or emergencies


Complete accurate incident reports and daily activity logs


Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and presence


Follow all UPSS policies, procedures, and expectations


Follow all post orders and client-specific instructions for each site


Work effectively as part of a team and support fellow officers and supervisors


Minimum Requirements


Must be 21 years of age or older


At least 2 years of verifiable security, law enforcement, or related experience


Reliable and responsible — must consistently show up on time and ready to work


Open availability — must be able to work any shift as needed


Reliable transportation to travel between multiple job sites


Valid, up‑to‑date government-issued ID (Driver’s License preferred)


If Armed (ACT 235):


  • Must have a valid, current ACT 235 certification
  • Must have your own duty gear (firearm, duty belt, holster, etc.)


Must pass:


  • Background check
  • Child Abuse Clearance (if required by site)
  • Drug screening


Strong communication and customer‑service skills


High attention to detail and situational awareness


Ability to follow direction and maintain professionalism


Ability to work well as part of a team


Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended period


Preferred Attributes
  • Prior experience in high‑visibility or multi‑site security roles
  • Mature, calm, and composed under pressure
  • Strong judgment, integrity, and reliability
  • Ability to adapt quickly to different environments and client needs

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Posting ID: 1269299555 Posted: 2026-06-17 Job Title: Armed Unarmed Security Officer