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Special Response​/Flex Security Officer

Garda World Security · Des Moines, Iowa · Posted Jun 25, 2026

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Position: Special Response / Flex Security Officer

Garda World Security Services is Now Hiring a Response Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Special Response/Flex Security Guard

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the heart of the action.

As a casual Security Officer – Response, your role will vary depending on the day and special event. Whether it’s customer service, patrols, or surveillance, we need you to adapt with agility and precision.

What’s in it for you:

  • Site

Location:

Des Moines, IA

  • Set schedule:

Full-time, must be available to work all hours including overnights (on-call)

  • Competitive hourly wage of $20.00 / hour (Daily Pay is available for Garda World employees!)
  • A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
  • Career growth opportunities at Garda World
  • Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Response Security Guard:

  • Monitor the premises to ensure security
  • Conduct patrols to spot any suspicious activity
  • Control access points and verify identities
  • Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
  • Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security
  • Write detailed reports on events and incidents
  • Collaborate with authorities during serious situations
  • Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications for Response Security Guard:

  • Be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
  • Be able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
  • Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations
  • Responsive and strong problem solving skills
  • If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
  • Must be available to work over-time and holidays
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain an Iowa security license (Garda World will help to obtain)

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening to be conducted after an offer of employment is extended.

It is the policy of Garda World Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, Garda World Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

It is also the policy of Garda World Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment

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