Company
The Whitestone Group
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
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Job description
Overview: The Whites Group Inc. is an industry leading security company providing services to the U.S. Government with an international presence. The company is currently seeking to hire Security Guards - Unarmed / Screener
Weekends required. Must have X-Ray and Magnetometer experience.
Pay Rate 23.43 per hour
Responsibilities:
• Exhibit a helpful, friendly attitude in your relationship to all patients, employees, and general public.
• Prohibit unauthorized removal of government property
• Perform access control by verifying and validating requested permissions to enter/exit all identified access control points.
• Report Hazardous conditions in accordance with the SOP
• Report all Emergency's to the Watch Commander
• Perform security related administrative duties identified within the SOP at all identified facility access control points.
• Perform key control, access control measures, patrols and procedures.
Requirements
• VALID PA ACT 235 certification with or with out firearm
• At least 21 years of age, unless you have military service
• Must be US citizen (native born or naturalized)
• Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent or higher education
• Able to pass background check and drug screen
• Speak and be literate in English to the extent of writing, reading and understanding printed regulations, orders, instructions, etc.
• All candidates must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19
• Meet one of the following additional experience/education requirements:
1. Two years of security or customer service experience within the past five years;
2. An Associate's Degree accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in a related field and at least one year of experience; or
3. Two years of military or National Guard (active duty or reserve) experience; or4. Successful completion of a state certified Police Officer's Standard Training (POST) course; or5. Any reasonable combination of the above (i.e., one year of security experience plus one year of college coursework related the field)
• Prior to working under the Contract, every supervisor and guard must be eligible to possess a valid INDE certification card.
The INDE certification card is evidence that the guard has:
1. Received a favorable preliminary adjudication from INDE
2. Passed the medical examination
3. Completed the required training
4. Passed the required examination(s)
5. Meets all other qualification criteria to be a NPS Contract security guard
NOTE: Prior to working under the Contract, every supervisor and guard must possess a valid NPS identification card.
Here at The Whitestone Group we don't give jobs, we hire good men and woman.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.43 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
Application Question(s):
• Why are you applying for this role?
License/Certification:
• PA-235 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
• Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Weekends required. Must have X-Ray and Magnetometer experience.
Pay Rate 23.43 per hour
Responsibilities:
• Exhibit a helpful, friendly attitude in your relationship to all patients, employees, and general public.
• Prohibit unauthorized removal of government property
• Perform access control by verifying and validating requested permissions to enter/exit all identified access control points.
• Report Hazardous conditions in accordance with the SOP
• Report all Emergency's to the Watch Commander
• Perform security related administrative duties identified within the SOP at all identified facility access control points.
• Perform key control, access control measures, patrols and procedures.
Requirements
• VALID PA ACT 235 certification with or with out firearm
• At least 21 years of age, unless you have military service
• Must be US citizen (native born or naturalized)
• Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent or higher education
• Able to pass background check and drug screen
• Speak and be literate in English to the extent of writing, reading and understanding printed regulations, orders, instructions, etc.
• All candidates must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19
• Meet one of the following additional experience/education requirements:
1. Two years of security or customer service experience within the past five years;
2. An Associate's Degree accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in a related field and at least one year of experience; or
3. Two years of military or National Guard (active duty or reserve) experience; or4. Successful completion of a state certified Police Officer's Standard Training (POST) course; or5. Any reasonable combination of the above (i.e., one year of security experience plus one year of college coursework related the field)
• Prior to working under the Contract, every supervisor and guard must be eligible to possess a valid INDE certification card.
The INDE certification card is evidence that the guard has:
1. Received a favorable preliminary adjudication from INDE
2. Passed the medical examination
3. Completed the required training
4. Passed the required examination(s)
5. Meets all other qualification criteria to be a NPS Contract security guard
NOTE: Prior to working under the Contract, every supervisor and guard must possess a valid NPS identification card.
Here at The Whitestone Group we don't give jobs, we hire good men and woman.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.43 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
Application Question(s):
• Why are you applying for this role?
License/Certification:
• PA-235 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
• Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
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What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Security guards must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor
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What education and experience are required to qualify for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires a high school diploma or equivalent and zero to one year of related experience for entry-level Security Guard Jobs as of 2026. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and complete a criminal background check.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor
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What documents are needed to apply for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor specifies that applicants need a valid government-issued photo ID, Social Security card, and proof of high school completion for Security Guard Jobs as of 2026. A completed I-9 form and fingerprints for licensing are also required in most states.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor
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What are the standard working hours, overtime, and leave benefits for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Security Guard Jobs follow a standard 40-hour workweek with overtime required after 40 hours at 1.5 times the hourly rate as of 2026. Full-time guards receive at least 10 days of paid sick leave annually under federal contractor rules.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor
