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Posted August 07, 2026

Armed Security Officer

American Services and Protection
Columbus, OH, US Full Time
18USD - 19USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description
ARMED SECURITY OFFICER -

Must be OPOTA certified and current in the certification

Seeking professional armed officers or retired, or commissioned police officers for various security positions.

Responsibilities may include:
  • Greeting staff/registering visitors
  • Searching bags and packages
  • Answering phones, monitoring security cameras/surveillance equipment
  • Patrolling inside and outside
  • Escorting staff to cars if needed after dark

Application Requirements:
  • 21+ yrs old
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Dependable transportation (Your own Vehicle)
  • Smartphone
  • Must have de-escalation skills
  • High School Diploma or GED Required
  • Clean Criminal Record Required (Sorry, no felonies)
  • Armed Guard must have current OPOTA Certification
  • If called to interview, please bring your Driver's license/ID, social security card, and OPOTA certificate

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $19.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations: We follow state mandates.

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