Seasonal Security Guard

Location: Various Sites Throughout Sacramento Region
Job Type: Temporary / Seasonal (Potential for Permanent Placement)

About Us

Capital Protection Group, Inc. (CPG) is a premier private security provider delivering high-quality, professional services across California. We specialize in dynamic environments requiring strong presence, situational awareness, and professionalism.

We are currently seeking reliable, polished, and proactive Seasonal Security Guards to support high-traffic assignments during our peak season. These roles operate in fast-paced public environments, special events, and community venues, offering valuable field experience and growth opportunities within the organization.

Position Overview

As a Seasonal Security Guard, you will play a critical role in maintaining a safe, controlled, and professional environment across a variety of assignments. This includes large-scale events, parking operations, public gatherings, and recreational venues, where visibility, communication, and sound judgment are essential.

This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in active, customer-facing environments and can uphold a strong professional presence while adapting to evolving site needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional and visible security presence at assigned locations

• Conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols to deter and detect activity

• Monitor assigned areas, access points, and surrounding environments

• Assist with crowd management, access control, and general site safety

• Respond promptly and effectively to incidents, disturbances, or emergencies

• Communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, clients, and the public

• Prepare accurate and timely incident reports and daily activity logs

• Maintain professional demeanor in high-traffic and high-visibility settings

• Follow all company protocols, site directives, and regulatory standards

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active BSIS Guard Card (Applicants must possess a valid California BSIS Guard Card at the time of hire. The company does not sponsor, provide, or cover the cost of obtaining guard cards)

• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving history

• High school diploma or equivalent

  • Must be 21 years of age or older

• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between varying sites

• Ability to pass a background screening consistent with position requirements

• Previous experience in event security, parking operations, or public venue assignments

• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

• Ability to remain calm, composed, and professional in fast-paced environments

• High level of situational awareness and attention to detail

• Open availability strongly preferred, especially for overnight, evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak event hours

• Demonstrated reliability and consistency in attendance and scheduling responsiveness

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and work outdoors in varying conditions

• Professional uniform standards required (duty belt, tactical attire; vest preferred)

• Consistent availability and dependability are essential for continued assignment opportunities

Schedule & Commitment

• Seasonal role supporting Spring–Summer peak operations

• Opportunities to support recurring event-based assignments and rotating sites

• Open availability required; minimum weekend evenings

• Timely response to scheduling notifications required

Compensation & Growth Opportunities

• Hourly compensation based on experience and assignment

• Opportunity for ongoing per diem or permanent placement based on performance

• Eligibility for company incentives, including communication support programs

• Exposure to diverse assignments with advancement potential within CPG

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented

• Comfortable working in public-facing, high-energy environments

• Strong communicators with a solutions-driven mindset

• Adaptable and capable of handling evolving situations with confidence

• Seeking to enter or grow within the private security industry with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn

• Highly reliable with open availability to support operational needs during peak seasons