Mobile Armed Security Officer – Elite Patrol Division (Fully Equipped)

Location: Chicago, Illinois & Surrounding Areas

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour

Note: Includes a paid 4–6-week fleet orientation bridge at $16.60–$17.00/hr while your TAN clears.

Schedule: Open availability required (mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays)

ON-THE-SPOT HIRING OFFERS

Kates Detective & Security Agency is bypassing the slow corporate HR runaround. We are extending on-the-spot job offers to fully qualified, pre-equipped professionals.

Bring your physical credentials and your duty gear to your interview. If you meet our operational standards, you will walk out of your interview with a signed offer letter in hand. Don't wait weeks for a callback; walk in and secure your roster spot today.

The Illinois State Processing Bridge (Our Timeline)

Because Illinois state compliance requires a Temporary Assignment Network (TAN) filing for new company layouts, all incoming officers begin on our paid mobile patrol routes at $16.60–$17.00/hr for the first 4 to 6 weeks.

• Zero Income Gap: Start earning a paycheck immediately on Day 1 while mastering your fleet vehicles, technology, and patrol routes.

• Automated Pay Upgrade: The exact business day your state TAN/FCC clearance hits our HR desk, your pay rate automatically upgrades to your full $18.00–$19.00/hr Armed Rate.

Position Summary

We are seeking experienced, professional, and fully equipped Mobile Armed Security Officers to provide high-visibility patrol services across client locations. This role involves operating company vehicles, responding to incidents, and maintaining a commanding security presence. Because we provide top-tier mobile operations, we actively target professionals who have already invested heavily in their own professional duty gear.

Minimum Requirements (Pre-Equipped Only)

To pass our strict compliance vetting, you must personally own and bring all required physical credentials and professional duty gear to your interview.

️ IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTICE:Do NOT bring your firearm to the corporate office for your interview. Instead, you must bring official documentation verifying ownership of your duty weapon (e.g., a firearm sales receipt, a copy of your firearm registration/purchase record, or a clear printed photograph of the firearm alongside your physical FOID card):

• Age: Must be 25 years of age or older (strict insurance requirement for company vehicle operation).

• State Credentials: Valid Illinois PERC Card & Valid Physical FOID Card.

• Training Certifications: 20-Hour Unarmed Security Training Certificate & 40-Hour Firearm Training Certificate (Valid 230 Letter/FCC).

• Personal Duty Gear: Must personally own a Full-Size Semi-Automatic Duty Pistol (4"-to-5"-barrel class, chambered in 9mm, .40 S&W, or .45 ACP) and a compatible Level II or Level III retention holster. 

• Body Armor: Must personally own a compliant, field-ready bulletproof vest or external ballistic carrier.

• Driving Record: Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

• Identity Docs: Valid government-issued photo ID, plus an original Social Security Card or Birth Certificate.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Bachelor’s Degree preferred).

• Certifications: Handcuff Certification.

• Screening: Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and other pre-employment screenings as permitted by law.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of security experience required.

• 2–5 years of mobile patrol experience strongly preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct mobile patrols using company vehicles and/or foot patrols.

• Maintain a visible security presence to deter criminal activity and respond promptly to incidents.

• Complete accurate, timely incident reports and daily activity logs.

• Ensure full compliance with company policies, post orders, and applicable state regulations.

Core Competencies

• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail.

• Professional demeanor and customer service orientation.

• Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.

• Reliability, accountability, and integrity.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Outdoor and indoor patrol in various weather conditions.

• Extended periods of standing, walking, running, and driving.

Company Overview

KATES DETECTIVE & SECURITY AGENCY INC is a licensed, highly respected Chicago-based security firm providing premier security and investigative services. We are committed to safety, integrity, and excellence while fostering an elite, team-oriented, and professional work environment.

Skip the Wait: Walk-In Hiring Sessions

Want to fast-track your hiring process? Skip the online application queue and come straight to our corporate headquarters for an immediate face-to-face interview. If you bring the required credentials and meet our team standards, you will walk out with a job offer in hand.

• When: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

• Where: Kates Corporate Headquarters | 7815 S. Western Ave, Chicago, IL

Important: To secure your on-the-spot offer letter, all required physical credentials, duty weapon specifications, and gear verification must be presented at the time of your interview. Only original physical documents will be accepted (no digital copies, screenshots, or photocopies).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

KATES DETECTIVE & SECURITY AGENCY INC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.