Armed Security Guard (Full-Time or On-Call Only)
GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC · Lauderdale Lakes, Florida · Posted Jun 27, 2026
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POSITION INFORMATION: BASIC DETAILS
Travel Requirement: No
Teleworking: No (On-site requirement)
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time or On-Call Only
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Pay: Competitive Hourly Rate (Based on location)*
$19.82/hr: Laredo, TX
$19.93/hr: El Paso, TX
$20.70/hr: McAllen, TX
$22.17/hr: Lubbock, TX
$22.82: San Antonio, TX
$22.99/hr: Austin, TX
$23.00/hr: Birmingham, AL
$23.40/hr: Michigan City, IN
$23.45/hr: Fort Myers, FL
$23.53/hr: Bartlett, TN
$23.70/hr: Dallas, TX; Desoto, TX; Fort Worth, TX
$24.04/hr: Nashville, TN
$24.40/hr: Yuma, AZ
$24.42/hr: Orlando, FL
$24.45/hr: Tampa, FL
$24.56/hr: Atlanta, GA
$24.70/hr: Doral, FL; Lauderdale Lakes, FL; Miami, FL; West Palm Beach, FL
$24.78/hr: Houston, TX
$24.86/hr: Fresno, CA
$25.55/hr: Pikesville, MD
$25.57/hr: Riverside, CA
$25.63/hr: Warren, MI
$25.77/hr: Bakersfield, CA
$25.86/hr: Burbank, IL; Naperville, IL; Norridge, IL; Waukegan, IL
$25.90/hr: Modesto, CA
$25.97/hr: Kentwood, MI
$26.75/hr: Oxnard, CA
$27.08/hr: West Sacramento, CA
$27.24/hr: St. Paul, MN
$27.34/hr: Aurora, CO
$27.54/hr: East Hartford, CT
$27.70/hr: Elizabeth, NJ; Hackensack, NJ
$27.81/hr: Alexandria, VA; Wheaton, MD
$27.84/hr: Salinas, CA
$28.60/hr: Chula Vista, CA; El Centro, CA; San Marcos, CA; Santa Rosa, CA
$28.86/hr: Bellflower, CA; Buena Park, CA; City of Industry, CA; Gardena, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Pomona, CA; San Fernando, CA; Tustin, CA
$29.00/hr: Albuquerque, NM; Port Chester, NY
$29.45/hr: Revere, MA
$30.00/hr: Portland, OR
$30.13/hr: San Jose, CA
$30.44/hr: San Francisco, CA
$32.00/hr: Hauppauge, NY
$35.23/hr: Oakland, CA
$38.00/hr: Charleston, SC
$42.00/hr: Bronx, NY; Brooklyn, NY; Long Island City, NY; Queens/Jamaica, NY
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Pay rates listed reflect the full rate for this position, including both the base pay and health and welfare benefits in accordance with applicable requirements.
POSITION SUMMARY INFORMATION: DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS
Job Summary:
The Armed Security Guard is responsible for providing essential, high-level armed security services at an assigned U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) government facility. This role involves maintaining a visible presence, controlling access, screening visitors, and responding to incidents in strict compliance with federal contract requirements and Agency Security Classification (ASC) procedures. Guards work on-site, typically as part of a two-person team.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Perform continuous access control duties, including screening visitors and personnel using walk-through magnetometers and hand-held detection wands.
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Conduct regular facility checks, monitor surveillance systems, and ensure the overall security and integrity of the assigned USCIS site.
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Respond promptly and appropriately to all security incidents, emergencies, and alarms according to established post orders and emergency response plans.
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Accurately and thoroughly document all activities, incidents, and security breaches in daily and incident reports.
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Provide professional and courteous service while enforcing security protocols for all agency personnel and visitors.
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Maintain proficiency in the proper setup, calibration, and operation of all assigned security equipment, including screening devices.
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Ensure personal compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and all site-specific Post Orders.
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Work effectively with the assigned partner guard and communicate clearly with the designated Regional Security Manager regarding any operational or personnel issues.
Required Education, Certifications, Licenses, and Experience:
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Must be a U.S. citizen.
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Must have minimum of two (2) years of armed, relevant security experience from a military, law enforcement, or commercial armed guard background.
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Must legally own and possess a registered approved 9mm semiautomatic pistol or .45 ACP handgun.
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Must possess and maintain an active State Security Guard License for the state of the assigned post.
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Must possess and maintain an active State Firearms License (or equivalent permit/qualification) for the state of the assigned post.
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Must maintain current firearm qualifications, first-aid/CPR certifications, and complete annual use-of-force training and de-escalation training consistent with federal, state, and local requirements.
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Demonstrated experience in the operation, calibration, and maintenance of walk-through metal detectors (magnetometers) and hand-held detection wands.
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Must be able to stand and patrol for extended periods and perform duties requiring physical exertion in response to security incidents.
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Must successfully complete USCIS Office of Security and Integrity (OSI) suitability screening and background checks prior to assignment.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting and interaction with the public.
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Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the assigned site.
Work Environment:
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