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Security Guard at Securitas

Securitas No longer available $25+/hour

Job Description

Security Officer - Full Time - Ellendale, ND

Wage: $25.00/HR

Full Time & Part Time Shifts Available

Join our team at Securitas Security where you will have the opportunity to serve your community while receiving elite training in safety and security. We are seeking customer service driven individuals for security positions. We have a dedicated Region and Area Management Support Staff which will foster you through your growth and advancement in the company.

Come Grow With Us & Apply Today

What We Have To Offer:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance, Plus 401K Options.
  • Virtual Medical Appointments With Telemedicine.
  • Paid Time Off, Free Uniforms, Paid Training. & Weekly Pay
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • DailyPay Access Program
  • Discounts On Childcare, Pet Daycare, Vehicles, Electronics, Cell Phone Plans, Travel & So Much More!

What You Can Expect:

  • Conflict resolution and de-escalation.
  • Perform access control at security entrances / exits.
  • Conduct patrols inside / outside the client's premises, potentially in various weather conditions and in different types of terrain.
  • Frequent interactions with client employees and guests.
  • Identify and report safety issues, hazardous conditions, or any suspicious activity.
  • Provide detailed written reports.
  • Work in a team environment to ensure site / organizational goals are achieved daily.
  • Carry out specific tasks and duties of similar nature and scope as required for assigned site.

Basic Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • High School Diploma, GED, OR ability to complete the GED program within 6 months.
  • Strong computer / technology skills needed.
  • Customer service background preferred.
  • CPR/AED/First Aid certification (provided).
  • Previous security, military, or law enforcement experience a plus
  • Must be able to interact with a wide range of individuals in a calm and professional manner.
  • Must have great attention to detail and the ability to remain alert throughout the duration of the shift.
  • Must be able to respond to emergencies with rapid / effective judgment and use appropriate escalation.
  • All candidates must be willing to participate in the Company's pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabilities

Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we're looking for you to join the Securitas team.
Benefits include:
  • Retirement plan
  • Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Voluntary life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance plan
  • Securitas Saves discount program
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time away from work

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply. Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.

$52k beats the market for Security Guards nationally

National salary averages
$52k
↑ 36% vs typical mid-level
Entry
Mid
Senior
This job
$30k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $60k

This is a strong offer—weigh total comp and growth potential.

Hot hiring, constrained wages

Employers are hiring actively, but pay hasn't caught up with demand. Focus on competing offers and non-salary benefits.

Hiring leverage
Candidate-favored
Wage leverage âš  Disconnect
Constrained
Mobility
High mobility
Durability
High fragility

Why this market feels harder than it looks

This market is hiring aggressively, but compensation hasn't caught up and most openings are backfilling churn, not expansion. Employers are filling roles, but not bidding wages up.

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Wage disconnect: Hiring is active but pay hasn't responded—negotiate on other terms.

Don't let hiring headlines mislead you—focus on concrete offers. Your leverage may be less durable than it appears—move decisively.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+0%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
161,000 openings projected annually—mostly replacing retirees and turnover.
Typical: High school diploma or equivalent

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024