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ARMED- New Mexico Security Officer

Interntional Protective Service, Inc. (IPS)
Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 11/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/13/2026

International Protective Service, Inc. (IPS) is seeking quality candidates for the position of LEVEL 3, Armed Security Officer in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR APPLICANTS HOLDING A CURRENT LEVEL 3 NM GUARD CARD. ***NEW TO SECURITY PROFESSION? *** BE PREPARED TO INVEST PERSONALLY INTO THE FOLLOWING: FIREARM, AMMUNITION, TACTICAL BELT AND GEAR, STATE FEES, CLASSROOM TUITION, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION. CONTACT US FOR MORE DETAILS. INDIVIDUALS NOT CURRENTLY POSSESSING A LEVEL 3 NM GUARD CARD CAN ATTEND OUR IPS TRAINING ACADEMY AND BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF CLASS AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS. Applicants MUST meet ALL the following MINIMAL requirements.

This is a "variable hours" position based on the scheduling needs of our clients and your willingness to work.

Qualifications:

  • Be able to purchase all required gear (ie. duty belt, holsters, etc.) Uniforms are provided.
  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Must possess a valid NM State Driver's License
  • Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent
  • Must be either a United States citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States without
  • restriction
  • Must NOT have been convicted of, or pled guilty or nolo contendere to, a criminal offense in any
  • state, territory, district of the United States or foreign country, that would exclude you from
  • obtaining/maintaining a Security Guard License.
  • Have a clean Driving Record & provide a copy from the State of NM
  • MUST currently hold a Level 3 Guard Card through the NM RLD (Please see the NM RLD
  • website for qualifications)
  • IPS holds in-house certification classes onsite, please call for more information.
  • MUST pass a full background check including drug-screening

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules
  • Thoroughly examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure proper function and security
  • Warning violators of premise rules and regulations
  • Apprehend or expel persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts
  • Report on any facility issues such as fire hazards and leaking water pipes
  • Request emergency personnel for high-risk situations

Prior employment, criminal and credit history will be verified.

Current/Former/Retired Law Enforcement or Military experience PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED.

Visit our website at www.IPSGlobal.com and complete an online application today.

Job Types: Variable hours available immediately

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Salary: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour depending on experience

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10-hour shift
  • 12-hour shift
  • 8-hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)

License/Certification:

  • NM Level III Guard Card (Preferred)

Salary : $20 - $28

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