Security Officer (Flexible / Part-Time)

Job Description

Advanced Sentry LLC is seeking professional and dependable individuals for flexible, part-time mobile security assignments in Portland, Oregon and surrounding service areas. This position is intended for individuals who are comfortable working independently, communicating with dispatch, and performing security services in a professional and reliable manner.

This is a part-time, on-call employee position. Hours are not guaranteed, and assignments are offered based on client needs, employee availability, qualifications, location, and authorization to perform the assignment.

What You’ll Do

• Perform mobile security assignments at client locations
• Maintain a visible, professional, and courteous security presence
• Observe, document, and report incidents, safety concerns, suspicious activity, or unusual conditions
• Provide professional customer service when interacting with residents, staff, clients, and members of the public
• Communicate clearly with dispatch, supervisors, and team members
• Follow post orders, client site instructions, company policies, and applicable Oregon private security requirements
• Complete accurate incident reports, activity logs, and assignment documentation as required

Work Structure

• Flexible, part-time, on-call employee role
• No guaranteed hours or fixed schedule
• Assignments are offered as they become available
• Employees may accept available assignments they are qualified and authorized to perform
• Assignments may include short-duration coverage, mobile patrol assignments, scheduled shifts, or extended assignments
• Meal periods, rest breaks, overtime, and other wage-and-hour requirements will be handled in accordance with applicable Oregon and federal law

Compensation

• Starting pay: $25.00 per hour for compensable time worked
• Minimum pay per assignment may apply, depending on assignment details and applicable law
• Overtime will be paid in accordance with applicable law
• Travel time, mileage, vehicle-related reimbursement, and other required business expenses will be handled in accordance with applicable Oregon law and company policy
• Oregon sick time and any other legally required benefits or paid time off will be provided in accordance with applicable law

Equal Opportunity Statement

Advanced Sentry LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, business needs, and applicable legal requirements. Advanced Sentry LLC complies with applicable federal, Oregon, and local employment laws.

Compliance Notice

Employees may not perform private security services in Oregon unless they hold the required Oregon DPSST certification, license, or authorization for the services being performed. Any offer of work is subject to verification of required qualifications, licensing or certification status, driving eligibility, and compliance with applicable law.

Vehicle Requirement

• Reliable personal vehicle required
• Vehicle must be clean, safe, insured, and presentable
• Vehicle may be used while actively performing assignments
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required
• Employees must maintain legally required vehicle insurance

Requirements

• Active Oregon DPSST Unarmed Private Security Professional certification, or ability to obtain all required Oregon DPSST certification before performing private security services
• Valid driver’s license
• Acceptable driving record
• Reliable personal vehicle with legally required insurance
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and situational awareness
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to follow written post orders, dispatch instructions, incident reporting procedures, and company policies
• Ability to use a mobile device or app for assignment communications, reporting, and timekeeping as required