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Security Officer

Pendleton Security
Jackson, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 6/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026

Uniformed Security Officer positions are open & available this month at premium posts. We are Mississippi's oldest and & prestigious professional security service agency, Pendleton Security. Pay rates vary from this posting's minimums & are available across most classes of qualifications & capabilities of each applicant. Specific pay rates offered will be discussed after basic evaluations. Applicants must have a documented successful prior work history of at least ten (10) years in any field of work (no prior security experience is necessary).

Now is the time to inquire about the top-paying assignments with advantageous schedule hours at premier locations that we currently have available. Open positions change regularly.

* You must be 21 years of age or older to apply.

* High School graduate or GED equivalent.

* You must have at least ten (10) years of successful work experience which can be verified during a background check.

* No criminal record.

Since 1920, we have employed personnel for public relations posts, desk & console positions, roving, foot & mobile patrol assignments, among many others. Specific assignments each have their own unique duty set & pay structure and will be discussed with all applicants after a brief pre-application for employment screening.

We are hiring for various posts in Clinton, Brandon, Madison, Ridgeland, Canton, Flowood, Jackson, Pearl & Gluckstadt areas. Prior security experience is not necessary; good people skills are required. Honest & dependable individuals with previous job stability may qualify. We provide all general & job specific security &/or public relations training in-house. Prior military experience closely resembles our expected standards and is encouraged, but not required. Important considerations are an honest & stable prior work history (of any kind), mature individuals with good people skills, a clean criminal history & no illegal drug use.

Pendleton Security is Mississippi's largest & longest-serving security service, operating for over 104 years. We have a wide range of job opportunities. Openings include uniformed protection officer, security officer, job supervisor, sergeant, lieutenant, security guard & security personnel. Qualified applicants must have a valid Mississippi driver's license, a permanent local residence & dependable transportation of their own. No prior security experience is required. We offer some of the best wage paying schedules available within Mississippi. Long-term growth opportunities exist and are encouraged.

General Security Officer Responsibilities may include:

  • Patrol premises to establish & maintain a visible presence.
  • Stationary desk posts for access control.
  • Monitor & authorize entrance of vehicles &/or people.
  • Check & secure exits, doors, windows, etc.
  • Monitor surveillance cameras.
  • Respond to on-site issues which may arise.
  • Provide assistance as needed.
  • Submit reports of daily & important occurrences

Skills

  • Good Public Relations skills.
  • Working knowledge of observation & reporting skills.
  • Familiarity with report writing.
  • Dependability and honesty.
  • Presenting a professional image at all times.

* No criminal record.

* Must have a valid Mississippi driver's license.

PENDLETON SECURITY, a leading provider of security services for 104 years; IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE: Please contact us today (601-952-0115). You may either submit a resume here, or on our website at www.PendletonSecurity.com. You can also call us to discuss further at (601) 952-0115 and / or set up an interview at our offices located at 5380 I-55 North, Suite 102, Jackson, MS 39211.

Summary of Job Description:

- Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to maintain security of premises
- Conduct regular patrols to ensure the safety and security of the facility
- Respond to alarms and investigate disturbances
- Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences
- Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons
- Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
- Escort individuals to specified locations or provide personal protection as needed

```Qualifications```

- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Familiarity with report writing
- Observation skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle conflicts and resolve issues calmly and professionally
- Knowledge of loss prevention techniques and procedures
- Previous experience in security, corrections, law enforcement or military service is a plus, but not necessary

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $10.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

  • Jackson, MS 39211 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Jackson, MS 39211: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10

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