Security Response Officer in Sparks, NV

Job title from GardaWorld: Security Response Officer

Source: GardaWorld job site (securityjobsus.garda.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 21, 2026.

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License in Nevada

To work as a security guard in Nevada you need the Work Card (registration as a private patrol officer/security guard employee), issued by the Nevada Private Investigators Licensing Board (PILB), NRS Chapter 648.

Minimum age: 18.

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How the pay compares

This job pays USD 1.00 an hour less than the typical USD 23.00 an hour for security guard jobs in Sparks, NV (15 jobs that list the pay).

This job pays USD 1.04 an hour more than the typical USD 20.96 an hour for security guard jobs in Nevada (105 jobs that list the pay).

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GardaWorld has 2 more open security guard jobs in Sparks, NV.

Typical pay at GardaWorld in Nevada: USD 19.25 an hour (14 jobs that list the pay).

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Job description from GardaWorld

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Surveillance Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Officer?

What matters most about a role like this is your sharp eye, capturing every detail as you scan a series of screens. Tell us about your strong observation skills with attention to detail.

As a Security Officer – Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats before they escalate in environments such as a security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, etc.

What’s in it for you:

  • Site Location: Reno, Sparks, Minden, Fernley & surrounding areas in Northern NV.
  • Schedule: Candidates must have flexibility to work Day, Swing or Grave shifts, Monday-Friday (Including weekends) as scheduling needs vary weekly.
  • Competitive hourly wage of $22 / hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
  • A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options.
  • Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld.
  • Uniform provided at no cost.

Responsibilities of Surveillance Security Guard

  • Customer service is your top priority.

  • You will Observe, survey, and report activities at the assigned site.

  • You can multitask and work well under pressure.

  • You must be able to work at any site, any shift, anywhere, and any city as needed.

  • You are able to respond quickly to critical situations.

  • You have excellent ability to read and write detailed reports.

  • You can quickly learn so you can enforce client procedures, regulations, and standards.

  • You can safely patrol by car, or on your feet as needed.

  • You can work with electronics, as needed.

  • You can maintain vehicles and other assigned equipment; and follow proper procedures.

Qualifications of a Surveillance Security Guard

  • You have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • You are at least 21 years of age or older.
  • You have a valid PILB license in hand.
  • You have a valid Driver's License.
  • You can multitask and can work well under pressure.
  • You have CPR/AED/First Aid certification or can become certified within 1 week after job offer.
  • You have at least a solid year of security experience. If you have Law Enforcement or Military experience, even better!
  • You are authorized to work in the U.S.

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, concierge, and even casual roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld 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, GardaWorld 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 GardaWorld 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.

License #: G68-01456

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