Entry Level Security Guard Job at Goodwin Recruiting, Minneapolis, MN

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  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

Looking to start a career in security? This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across campus, commercial, private, and event environments while receiving training and opportunities to grow within the security industry.

Benefits and Compensation
  • Competitive hourly compensation
  • Advanced security training opportunities, including ASIS and AHLEI
  • First Aid/CPR/AED training provided if needed
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
  • Professional development assistance
  • Company-paid uniforms
  • Exposure to multiple security environments and client sites
  • Full-time and part-time opportunities
  • Business consulting resources for employees interested in eventually starting their own service
Requirements & Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • No previous professional security experience required
  • Customer service, hospitality, military, campus, retail, or security experience is a plus
  • Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
  • Smartphone required for scheduling and security reporting applications
  • Must be able to travel between assigned locations
  • Availability for weekends and holidays
  • Ability to work an on-call/as-needed schedule when required
  • Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screening, federal background check, and fingerprinting
  • First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred; training available
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of patrol-based security work
Must Haves
  • Conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols while remaining alert to unusual activity
  • Provide a professional, welcoming security presence for students, employees, guests, and visitors
  • Accurately document incidents, observations, and shift activity using a mobile reporting application
  • Respond calmly and appropriately when unexpected situations arise
  • Learn site-specific procedures when rotating between different client locations
  • Communicate concerns promptly to supervisors and appropriate personnel
  • Maintain dependable attendance and be prepared to cover changing assignments
Preferred Background & Skills
  • Customer-facing experience in hospitality, retail, events, education, or service environments
  • Military, ROTC, loss prevention, security, or public safety exposure
  • Strong written communication and basic report-writing ability
  • Comfortable interacting with a wide variety of people
  • Ability to de-escalate situations professionally
  • Interest in building a long-term career in security or protective services

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Shift work, Weekend work

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