Security Guard Jobs in Grand Forks, North Dakota

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Explore security guard and security officer jobs in Grand Forks. Compare available roles with the schedule, experience, and type of work you want. Create your free Guardix profile and follow each employer's application instructions.

Security guard jobs in Grand Forks: quick answers

Are security guard jobs hiring in Grand Forks right now?
There are no open listings in Grand Forks on Guardix Jobs at the moment. Reviewed employers post new security jobs here; create a free profile to get a text when one matches your license and location.
Do I need a license to be a security guard in Grand Forks?
In most cases, yes. A covered employee works through registration under a licensed agency; independent provision of security services requires the applicable Board license. In North Dakota, licensing starts with North Dakota Private Investigation and Security Board.
What kinds of security jobs are common in Grand Forks?
Typical posts in and around Grand Forks include airport-area hotels, air cargo and aerospace facilities; defense contractors and businesses that serve the nearby military installation; and college campuses, student housing and campus events. Both armed and unarmed roles exist; each listing states which it is.
Is Guardix Jobs free for security guards?
Yes. Guardix Jobs is free for guards and employers. Every employer is reviewed by our team before posting, and every guard’s license is reviewed by our team before employers see it. We do not check licenses live with the state.

Security guard jobs hiring in Grand Forks, ND

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Grand Forks at a glance

A four-part profile of the city for security officers.

Location & Geography

  • Grand Forks is in east-central North Dakota. It is centered in Grand Forks County.
  • The nearest large city is Minneapolis, Minnesota, about 270 miles to the southeast.

Famous Features & Economic Identity

State economy: North Dakota is known for farming.

Landmarks are shown for local context. They aren’t employers or job listings.

Security Guard Industry Landscape

Typical post types for this area, not measured demand data.

  • Airport-area hotels, air cargo and aerospace facilities. Airport secure areas follow federal rules, and military bases mostly use their own or contracted security with separate screening.
  • Defense contractors and businesses that serve the nearby military installation. On-base contracts carry their own background and access requirements.
  • College campuses, student housing and campus events. Many universities also have their own sworn campus police.
  • Apartment communities, homeowner associations and gated neighborhoods, which need patrol and access control in most cities.

Conditions officers face

  • Winter cold, snow and ice on patrol routes, parking lots and outdoor posts.
  • Long distances between sites for mobile patrol, often with limited cell coverage.

Regulatory Expectations & Compliance (North Dakota)

Regulator
North Dakota Private Investigation and Security Board. Security employees register, or hold an individual license, depending on the role.
Municipal licensing
Guardix's state review did not identify a separate Grand Forks guard license. Confirm any worksite-specific rules with the employer and the facility.
Show North Dakota’s rules on training, armed work, background checks, uniforms and police reporting
Licensing requirement
A covered employee works through registration under a licensed agency; independent provision of security services requires the applicable Board license. Confirm the correct route for the job.
Training minimums
Follow the Board's apprentice, officer, or commissioned category requirements. The Board publishes specific training and experience steps for each category.
Armed versus unarmed
Confirm the commissioned category and firearms qualification required by the Board before armed work. Employee registration alone should not be assumed to cover every armed duty. Personal possession or carry authority and authorization to perform armed security services are different questions. Check the exact licensing category, firearms requirements, facility restrictions, and employer authorization.
Background checks
Follow the current North Dakota Private Investigation and Security Board application instructions for required criminal-history checks and any fingerprint submission. Prints or screening from a different employer or credential may not automatically be reusable.
Proof of authorization on duty
Use the on-duty proof required by North Dakota Private Investigation and Security Board and follow your employer's instructions. A training certificate, old card, or screenshot of an unapproved application should not be assumed to satisfy an issued-credential requirement.
Uniform, badge and equipment
Check the applicable North Dakota rules and the employer's lawful post instructions. Do not use an insignia or title that falsely represents a police or government appointment. Confirm required protective equipment and who supplies it. Check North Dakota law, the applicable licensing category, required equipment training, and employer policy. An unarmed job title or ordinary guard credential is not blanket permission to carry batons, sprays, electronic devices, handcuffs, or firearms.
Authority and police reporting
A guard credential does not grant blanket police powers. Any detention, arrest, search, or use of force depends on the actual law, role, and circumstances. Special appointments have their own limits. Follow lawful training and post orders, and involve the appropriate authorities when needed. Call 911 for emergencies; for everything else, report incidents to the Grand Forks Police Department and the client as your post orders direct.

From North Dakota’s licensing answers, checked October 18, 2026. General career information, not legal advice.

Know the assignment before you apply

Read the actual post duties, armed or unarmed status, worksite, employment type, shift pattern, posted compensation, and required qualifications. Role categories describe what to look for; live listings show what is currently open.

Ask which worksite jurisdiction and registration process govern each proposed shift.

Bring your qualifications into focus

Add relevant experience, availability, location preferences, and accurate credential status to your profile. New to security? Look for listings that explicitly welcome entry-level applicants or describe employer-supported training.

Use the North Dakota FAQs on this page to check the next step for your role. Confirm the actual worksite and lawful start status with the relevant authority and hiring employer.

Local job-search FAQs

What should I check before accepting a security post in Grand Forks?

Ask which worksite jurisdiction and registration process govern each proposed shift.

How should I compare pay for security jobs in Grand Forks?

Use the compensation and benefits in the actual listing or written offer. Compare duties, schedule, travel, and required credentials. A city page is not a promise of a particular wage or offer.

Which licensing rules should I check for a post in Grand Forks?

Start with North Dakota Private Investigation and Security Board for the applicable North Dakota employee or individual category, then confirm any firearms, special-appointment, facility, and employer conditions for the actual post. A mailing address or regional job label should not replace the worksite information.

North Dakota licensing and work FAQs

Licensing starting point: North Dakota Private Investigation and Security Board. These answers cover ordinary private-security applicant questions; the actual role and worksite determine which conditions apply.

Do I need a license or registration for security work in North Dakota?

A covered employee works through registration under a licensed agency; independent provision of security services requires the applicable Board license. Confirm the correct route for the job.

What training should applicants check in North Dakota?

Follow the Board's apprentice, officer, or commissioned category requirements. The Board publishes specific training and experience steps for each category.

What changes if I want an armed security job in North Dakota?

Confirm the commissioned category and firearms qualification required by the Board before armed work. Employee registration alone should not be assumed to cover every armed duty.

Can I apply before my credentials are complete, and when can I start work?

You may apply to licensed employers while preparing documents. Ask which employee-registration category and training steps permit your first assignment.

Can I use a credential from another state or a previous employer?

Ask the Board and new agency how an employment change or out-of-state experience affects registration. Do not assume the former employer's authority follows you.

Official licensing references

Licensing information last checked October 18, 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the authority before you rely on it.

Take the next step

Find the assignment that fits your experience and availability in Grand Forks. Search actual openings or build your free profile for your next application.

General career information. Confirm current licensing and work requirements with the relevant authority and hiring employer. Guardix does not issue security licenses or guarantee an applicant's eligibility.

Security guard jobs near Grand Forks