Security Guard Services
Security Guard Services in Spokane, WA
Spokane is the retail and medical center for the Inland Northwest, drawing shoppers from eastern Washington, northern Idaho and western Montana. Downtown retail centers on River Park Square, while healthcare, higher education and a growing logistics sector near the airport drive much of the employment.
See the Washington page for coverage across Washington.
Retail Districts Covered in Spokane
MGP supports retail and commercial clients across the Spokane area, including:
- River Park Square
- Downtown Spokane
- Kendall Yards
- NorthTown Mall
- Spokane Valley Mall
- Liberty Lake
Security Considerations in Spokane
Downtown retail sits on public streets and skywalks that connect stores, offices, hotels and parking garages. Officers need to manage several entry points, patrol connecting walkways and parking structures, and coordinate with neighboring properties and downtown ambassadors. Steady relationships with nearby tenants help officers spot problems early. Garage and skywalk coverage is often busiest at shift change for nearby offices.
Hospitals and medical offices form one of the largest employment bases in the region, and these sites need visitor management, controlled access to sensitive areas and calm, professional de-escalation. Distribution centers along the West Plains and Interstate 90 need gate control and logging around the clock. Officers at these sites should be comfortable with driver check-in procedures and with documenting every vehicle that enters or leaves.
Spokane winters bring snow, ice and early darkness, and summer can bring wildfire smoke and heat. Post orders should cover severe weather, poor air quality and power interruptions. Major events such as Hoopfest and the Lilac Bloomsday Run fill downtown, and nearby retailers often add coverage those weekends. Planning for these events should start several weeks ahead.
Security Services in Spokane
Armed and Unarmed Security Guards
Licensed unarmed officers for daily posts in Spokane, and armed posts staffed by retired law enforcement officers where the jurisdiction permits.
Retail Security and Loss Prevention
Officers for stores and shopping centers in Spokane, trained in organized retail crime recognition, de-escalation and incident documentation.
Luxury Retail Asset Protection
Client-facing officers for boutiques and flagships in Spokane who protect staff and inventory without interrupting clienteling.
Event Security
Access control, guest list management and crowd coverage for product launches, private events and venues in Spokane.
Fire Watch
Fire watch patrols and logs in Spokane while alarm or sprinkler systems are out of service, set to the local fire authority’s requirements.
Off-Duty Police Officers
Off-duty and retired law enforcement officers for high-value posts in Spokane, subject to the local agency’s rules on secondary employment.
Executive Protection Support
Protection support for executive, dignitary and VIP visits, meetings and events in Spokane.
Concierge and Lobby Security
Front desk coverage, visitor management and access control for office and residential buildings in Spokane.
Warehouse and Construction Security
Gate, dock and perimeter coverage for distribution centers, warehouses and construction sites in and around Spokane.
Screening, Training and Supervision
Officers complete a five-stage screening process and tier-based training before assignment, including de-escalation and, for retail posts, organized retail crime recognition. Supervisors make unannounced site visits, and the MGP Operations Desk answers 24/7/365. Incidents are documented on scene, time-stamped and GPS-verified.
Washington Licensing
Washington security guards and agencies are licensed by the Washington State Department of Licensing, and armed officers must hold an armed security guard license. McCray Global Protection holds Washington license 22007615.
Common Questions
Are armed officers available in Spokane?
Armed posts are available where the jurisdiction permits. They are staffed by retired law enforcement officers who hold the required armed licensing, and are assigned after a review of the site’s risk, lease and insurance requirements. For luxury boutiques, MGP generally recommends unarmed officers focused on deterrence and client service.
How is security guard coverage priced?
Rates depend on the officer classification, hours, schedule and site requirements. MGP provides a written rate schedule after reviewing your needs. Holiday, overnight and short-notice coverage is billed at a premium rate.
Request a Security Assessment in Spokane
Call 833-832-6647 or request an assessment online. View all service areas. Nearby markets: Seattle, Boise, Portland.