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Summary
Per Diem Armed Security Officer (ACT-235 Required) - Harrisburg, PA
Job Category: Security Services Requisition Number: PERDI001483
Posted: June 5, 2026 Part-Time On-site Harrisburg, PA 17104, USA
Job Details
Description
Per Diem Position: This role is onan as-needed basis. Hours are not guaranteed and will vary depending on site needs. Officers are contacted for available shifts and may accept based on availability.
- Compensation and Anticipated Hours: $22.00/hour
- 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
- (1) year experience in armed security recommended
- Must be able to pass PAT and ASO 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
Appearance
- Officers shall maintain their hair in a neat, clean, and combed professional appearance
- Beards and mustaches must be clean and neatly trimmed.
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) Consisting of; Run 100 meters in 66 seconds or less in Armed Security Officer designated uniform; followed by a 10 min break; Perform 30 push-ups (no time limit) followed by a 30 min break. If you rest during the push-ups, you must rest in the up position. Foam block will be in place for push up stop point.; Perform 26 sit-ups (no time limit). If you rest during the sit-ups, you must rest in the up position.
- Ability to use force, up to and including deadly force, when reasonably justified
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Military (Current/Retired)
Novice
Law Enforcement Officer (Retired)
Novice
Licenses & Certifications
Required
ACT235 Certified
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Job Description
Per Diem Armed Security Officer (ACT-235 Required) - Harrisburg, PA
Job Category: Security Services Requisition Number: PERDI001483
Posted: June 5, 2026 Part-Time On-site Harrisburg, PA 17104, USA
Job Details
Description
Per Diem Position: This role is onan as-needed basis. Hours are not guaranteed and will vary depending on site needs. Officers are contacted for available shifts and may accept based on availability.
- Compensation and Anticipated Hours: $22.00/hour
- 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
- (1) year experience in armed security recommended
- Must be able to pass PAT and ASO 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
Appearance
- Officers shall maintain their hair in a neat, clean, and combed professional appearance
- Beards and mustaches must be clean and neatly trimmed.
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) Consisting of; Run 100 meters in 66 seconds or less in Armed Security Officer designated uniform; followed by a 10 min break; Perform 30 push-ups (no time limit) followed by a 30 min break. If you rest during the push-ups, you must rest in the up position. Foam block will be in place for push up stop point.; Perform 26 sit-ups (no time limit). If you rest during the sit-ups, you must rest in the up position.
- Ability to use force, up to and including deadly force, when reasonably justified
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Military (Current/Retired)
Novice
Law Enforcement Officer (Retired)
Novice
Licenses & Certifications
Required
ACT235 Certified
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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