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GardaWorld

Special Response Abassador

Midland, TX · On-site

$21/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Ambassador What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Abassador

Midland, TX · On-site

$21/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Ambassador What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Abassador

Midland, TX · On-site

$21/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Ambassador What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Abassador

Midland, TX

$21/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Ambassador What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Abassador

Midland, TX · On-site

$21/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Ambassador What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Officer

Grove City, OH · On-site

$20/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response/Flex Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Officer

Brookline, MA · On-site

$26/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response/Flex Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Officer

Roseville, MN · On-site

$22.45/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the heart ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Officer

Chestnut Hill, MA · On-site

$26/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response/Flex Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Officer

Moorhead, MN · On-site

$20/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Officer

Grove City, OH · On-site

$20/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response/Flex Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Officer

Roseville, MN · On-site

$22.45/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the heart ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Officer

Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Special Response Officer! Ready to suit up as a Security Guard in an On Call/Flex post? In this role you will be on call 2 days a week and then work 3 ...

GardaWorld

Special Response Officer

Moorhead, MN · On-site

$20/hr

Ready to suit up as a Special Response Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in ...

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How much do special response jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for special response in the United States is $83,928.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,500.00 and $103,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a special response?

Special Response teams are groups of highly trained security professionals who handle high-risk situations that go beyond the capabilities of regular security personnel. They are often deployed in emergencies such as active threats, civil disturbances, or situations requiring immediate tactical response. Their duties may include crisis intervention, crowd control, and protecting people or property during critical incidents. These teams are equipped with specialized training and equipment to respond quickly and effectively to a wide range of security challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a special response officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Special Response Officer, you need a background in security or law enforcement, physical fitness, and relevant certifications such as CPR, first aid, and sometimes firearms training. Familiarity with security systems, surveillance technology, and incident reporting tools is typically required. Strong situational awareness, quick decision-making, and effective communication help individuals excel in high-pressure and dynamic environments. These skills ensure rapid, appropriate responses to emergencies or threats, maintaining safety and order for clients and the public.

What are some common challenges faced by special response team members, and how can they prepare for them?

Special Response team members often encounter rapidly changing, high-pressure situations that require quick decision-making and effective communication. They must be prepared to manage stress, adapt to evolving scenarios, and work seamlessly with colleagues from other departments, such as security, law enforcement, or emergency medical teams. Regular training, scenario-based drills, and maintaining strong physical and mental fitness are crucial for success in this role. Staying updated on protocols and building trust within the team also help in overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Special Response vs Emergency Response Technician?

AspectSpecial ResponseEmergency Response Technician
Required CredentialsSpecialized certifications, often including hazardous materials handling and tactical trainingBasic emergency medical training, CPR, and first aid certifications
Work EnvironmentHigh-risk, controlled environments such as hazardous sites or tactical operationsEmergency scenes like accidents, medical emergencies, or fire incidents
Employer & Industry UsageLaw enforcement, military, or specialized security firmsFire departments, EMS agencies, and hospitals
Common Search & ComparisonSpecial Response vs Emergency Response Technician

Special Response personnel are trained for high-risk, tactical, or hazardous situations, often requiring advanced certifications. Emergency Response Technicians focus on providing immediate medical or rescue assistance in emergency scenes. While both roles respond to emergencies, Special Response roles involve specialized skills for dangerous environments, whereas Emergency Response Technicians handle medical and rescue operations in a broader range of incidents.

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Infographic showing various Special Response job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,928 per year, or $40.4 per hour.

Special Response Officer - Unarmed

GardaWorld

Memphis, TN • On-site

$21/hr

Full-time

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GardaWorld rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 412 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

91st of 118 rated security

Job description


Job Title: Special Response Officer
Location: Memphis, TN & Olive Branch, MS
Environment: Distribution
Pay Rate: $21 / Hour
Shift & Hours: Must Be Available to work All Shifts and Various Schedules. Ability to travel to multiple sites in the Memphis and Olive Branch, MS areas
Who is GardaWorld?
GardaWorld is the world's largest privately-owned security services company. We protect our clients' staff and assets, wherever they are in the world. We offer different schedules, diverse work assignments spanning multiple industries and career advancement opportunities. We encourage diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. GardaWorld Security Services is looking for Special Response Officers (SROs) to fulfill different assignments for our clients.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Responsibilities specific to this role include, but are not limited to:
  • Have open availability to pick up a variety of shifts due to call-offs or openings
  • Must have a TN Security License
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Ability to travel to multiple sites in the Memphis and Olive Branch, MS areas
General Security responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Provide excellent customer service to our clients
  • Observe, survey, and report activities at the assigned site
  • Respond quickly to critical situations
  • Ability to read and write detailed reports
  • Enforce client procedures, regulations, and standards
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications specific to this client site include, but are not limited to:
  • At least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements
  • TN Security License
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to travel to multiple sites in the Memphis and Olive Branch, MS areas
General Qualifications to work in physical security at GardaWorld include:
  • Possess at least a high school education or equivalent (GED)
  • Pass an extensive screening process

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