Full & Part-Time Security Officers - $22.90/hr Kelso, WA

Overview

Become part of one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held security companies in the U.S! Since 1998, Sunstates Security has built a national reputation for delivering exceptional services while fostering high-quality work environments for our team. We are dedicated to hiring, developing, and retaining a professional workforce that reflects our commitment to excellence.

Job Skills / Requirements

HIRING IMMEDIATELY
Sunstates Security is hiring Full-Time, Part-Time and Flex Security Officers positions in the Kelso, WA area. Specific schedules are pending and will be available upon conversation during the interview phase.
Anticipated start date: 07/02/2026
**Applicants based out of the Oregon are welcome to apply!**
Oregon applicants will be considered based on the following:
- Applicant is located within a two-hour range of the Kelso site
- Applicant holds a valid Oregon DPSST Security license
- If hired: Applicants will apply for and pay out of pocket to obtain a Washington state security guard card within 90 days of employment at the Kelso site. (Our hiring managers will assist you with this)
Industry-leading employee benefits that include weekly pay, 401k savings plan with a company match, affordable medical, dental & vision benefits, employee referral bonuses, paid time off, premium holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and more – available for qualified candidates!

Requirements

• Valid WA state security license
• Valid Oregon security license (temporary substitute for WA license)
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred
• Must have reliable transportation
• Good customer service and communication skills
• Must have open availability to work weekends and holidays

Scheduling & Expectations for the Flex Officer Positions

• You will be trained at various posts and/or facilities based on operational need.
• Your schedule (shifts, days off, hours per week, etc.) will vary based on operational need.
• You will be assigned to, or offered the opportunity to accept, shifts as they become available due to staffing needs.
• Some of your shifts will be scheduled in advance and posted with the new week’s schedule. Sometimes you will be called with short notice and asked to come in to cover for someone who is unable to work their shift.
• You are expected to work any shift for which you are scheduled in advance which falls within the availability described on this sheet. If you know you will be unavailable on an upcoming date or time that would normally fall within your availability described on this sheet, you must communicate this with your supervisor, so they know not to schedule you.
• For short-notice call-ins, you are expected to work at least 80% of the shifts for which you are called. If you refuse more than 20% of shifts for which you are called in, this could negatively impact your employment status with the company.

Education Requirements (All)

• High School diploma or equivalent

Certification Requirements (All)

• CPR/1st Aid

Additional Information / Benefits

• The Sunstates customizable benefits package includes the following minimum components:
• Affordable Care Act compliant Medical Benefits Program
• Dental Insurance Program
• Free Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Bereavement Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Direct Deposit or Pay Cards
• Employee Incentives
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee of the Month Award
• Education Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Involvement Initiatives
• Management Mentoring and Support
• Career Advancement
• 401K program

Additional Information

The Sunstates Security team is committed to a superior workplace culture and has received national accolades including being recognized as a 2026 Forbes Dream Employer and a 2026 Training MVP. We are dedicated to hiring, developing, and retaining a professional workforce that reflects our commitment to excellence.