Thread: Coin Show Security

I didn't really know how to phrase this question, but it is targeted more towards dealers. How would I go about advertising my services for Coin Show Security correctly? I happen to live in Southern Maryland and will be at the Baltimore Expo for atleast 2 days. I am not of deep pockets and could use some extra money for the show. Here is my background. I have no record, have an honorable discharge from the Army (Served in both Iraq and Afghanistan), and have a security clearance from the ATF/Department of Justice from a previous security job. How should I advertise my services, and how much should I charge? I have heard of other members on this forum working security in the past, and imagine it more as loss prevention+transportation. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

~Jason

Protection services, i dont know if people are allowed to carry in coin show, concealed weapons permit may help. Just say "Protection and Escort services". One thing is i wouldn't work high-profile dealers alone though.

Is it possible for you to make one decision in your life without asking everyone here for their opinion?

I'm sorry sir, but I have never worked security for a coin show. I would like to hear the expectations from a Dealer's perspective. If it is indeed more than a one man job assignment than it wouldn't be very professional to approach my enlisted help (one of which is a retired policeman, and the other a former Army Ranger and Blackwater security) with a blank canvas.

One guy, coming out of nowhere, offering to transport someone's high end coins.

Need I say more?

Most coin shows employ off duty police as security.

Originally Posted by LostDutchman

Most coin shows employ off duty police as security.

Are off duty police allowed to wear uniform/duty belt with their firearm?

At every show I have seen them at they are in full uniform.

Originally Posted by LostDutchman

At every show I have seen them at they are in full uniform.

Allowed to arrest people and put them in their patrol car off duty?

(off topic; is the new episode of coin show coming out tommorow)

Actually yes you should say more. How about "I'm sorry" for making such a rude comment. Forgive me for being naive and inquiring about possible work at the upcomming Baltimore Expo. I forgot there are no more honest honorable people left on this planet and that inquiring about such a question would invoke accusations of criminalism. Just for the record my name is Jason Becker, I work at Southern Maryland Pawn Brokers in Waldorf M.D. and either one of my bosses (both retired D.C. police officers) can vouch for me, as well as the hundreds of other men who served with me in the 82nd Airborne. If you are not aware I have documented many pictures on this site, not to mention have almost twice as much posts are you do.

http://www.cointalk.com/t200150/

Thank You LD for clearing that up. Finally a real answer. Sheesh.

My answer wasn't real?

Originally Posted by Hunt1

Allowed to arrest people and put them in their patrol car off duty?

(off topic; is the new episode of coin show coming out tommorow)

I have never seen someone get arrested at a show... But I imagine they might radio an active duty to come transport.

(and off topic yes)

Originally Posted by JCB1983

Actually yes you should say more. How about "I'm sorry" for making such a rude comment. Forgive me for being naive and inquiring about possible work at the upcomming Baltimore Expo. I forgot there are no more honest honorable people left on this planet and that inquiring about such a question would invoke accusations of criminalism. Just for the record my name is Jason Becker, I work at Southern Maryland Pawn Brokers in Waldorf M.D. and either one of my bosses (both retired D.C. police officers) can vouch for me, as well as the hundreds of other men who served with me in the 82nd Airborne. If you are not aware I have documented many pictures on this site, not to mention have almost twice as much posts are you do.

http://www.cointalk.com/t200150/

Lol, it's not that serious man.

If you felt I was being rude, oh well. I was making an honest statement about how what you are inquiring about would be viewed by coin dealers.

Originally Posted by Numismat

One guy, coming out of nowhere, offering to transport someone's high end coins.

Need I say more?

Not every security guy at coin shows is ushering MS66 Flowing Hair dollars. Sometimes, they man doors or casually stroll isles. Plus, I don't think he was offering to usher any coins.