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NEI is frequently hiring for security positions. In order to work as a security officer, you need to have a clean record with no felony offenses and must meet the requirements below. To view our open positions, click on the Open Positions link to the left.
Minimum Requirements for Unarmed Guards
- A minimum of 18 years of age
- Must pass a criminal background check (check disqualifier list HERE)
- Positive pre-employment background check
- Must pass a drug test performed by a licensed physician
- High school diploma or GED
- Above average writing and communication skills
- Ability to stand for 8-12 hours per day
- Ability to communicate situations or directions using a radio or phone in stressful situations
- Must have a clean driving record (if Applying for patrol position)
- Neat, clean physical appearance
- Proper personal hygiene
- Personal transportation
- Financially responsible
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Good physical condition, general health and eyesight correctable to 20/30 (must pass general physical and eye exam)
- Demonstrated ability to work in a stressful environment
- Ability to make immediate decisions using common sense and sound judgment
- Ability to carry out duties without supervision
- Ability to pass a computer skills assessment test
Minimum Requirements for Armed Guards
- All requirements for unarmed guards
- A minimum 21 years of age
- A minimum of two years experience in a security or a related field such as police or military
- Must pass a psychological test
Note: the above are minimum requirements. Northwest Enforcement Inc. may require additional experience, education or skill based on specific contract requirements as necessary.