Armed Security Officer - Full & Part Time Available (LEO Preferred)

Full & Part Time Armed Security Officer – Law Enforcement Experience Preferred

Company: Soteria Security Solutions
Location: Metro Detroit, Michigan
Job Type: Part-Time
Work Location: In person
Pay: Competitive; based on experience and assignment
Schedule: Evening, overnight, weekend, and special-event shifts may be available

Job Description

Soteria Security Solutions is seeking professional, dependable, and experienced Full-Time and Part-Time Armed Security Officers for assignments throughout the Metro Detroit area.

We strongly encourage current, former, retired, and reserve law enforcement officers to apply. This position is ideal for candidates seeking flexible part-time work while using their training, experience, judgment, and professional presence to help protect clients, employees, visitors, and property.

Our officers are expected to provide a visible security presence, deter criminal activity, respond appropriately to incidents, and represent Soteria Security Solutions with professionalism and integrity.

Responsibilities
• Maintain a professional and highly visible armed security presence
• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols of assigned properties
• Monitor entrances, exits, parking areas, buildings, and restricted locations
• Identify suspicious behavior, safety hazards, and policy violations
• Respond appropriately to disturbances, alarms, emergencies, and security incidents
• Use verbal de-escalation and sound judgment when addressing conflicts
• Enforce client rules, post orders, and access-control procedures
• Contact law enforcement, fire, or emergency medical services when necessary
• Prepare accurate daily activity reports and detailed incident reports
• Communicate professionally with clients, employees, visitors, supervisors, and emergency personnel
• Protect confidential and sensitive client information

Minimum Qualifications
• Current, former, retired, or reserve law enforcement experience is strongly preferred
• Must be at least 21 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be legally eligible to possess and carry a firearm
• Must possess or be able to obtain all armed-security licenses, permits, and firearm qualifications required by Michigan law and company policy
• Current law enforcement officers must have authorization for secondary employment when required by their agency
• Strong observation, communication, conflict-resolution, and report-writing skills
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies
• Professional appearance and command presence
• Reliable transportation, working telephone, and consistent attendance
• Ability to pass applicable background screening, drug screening, and employment-verification requirements
• Ability to work independently and follow written post orders

Preferred Qualifications
• Prior experience in patrol operations, investigations, corrections, military service, executive protection, or armed security
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification
• De-escalation, crisis-intervention, or active-threat-response training
• Experience working at commercial properties, industrial facilities, residential communities, healthcare locations, or special events

Physical and Work Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, patrol, or remain alert for extended periods
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and safely perform assigned duties
• Availability for evening, overnight, weekend, holiday, and special-event assignments

Why Join Soteria Security Solutions?

Soteria Security Solutions is committed to providing professional, proactive, and reliable security services throughout Metro Detroit. We value integrity, accountability, preparedness, and sound judgment. Our part-time opportunities are well suited for experienced law enforcement professionals looking for flexible assignments and meaningful security work.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed with an updated resume detailing your law enforcement, military, corrections, or security experience. Please include your current availability and any relevant licenses, certifications, or firearms qualifications.

Soteria Security Solutions is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, business needs, and the ability to perform the essential duties of the position.

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 – 40.0 per week

Experience:
• Security: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:
• Detroit, MI 48203 (Required)

Work Location: In person