Midwest Protection Division

Let’s Talk About Car Break-Ins & Vehicle Theft

If you’re a property manager, business owner, HOA board member, or hotel operator, chances are you’ve either dealt with a vehicle break-in or know someone who has.

For many people, it’s easy to think of these incidents as “just another broken window.” In reality, the impact goes much further.

A single vehicle break-in can leave residents feeling unsafe, create frustration for employees and customers, increase insurance claims, generate negative online reviews, and consume valuable time for property staff, law enforcement, and maintenance teams. When these incidents become recurring, they can affect a property’s reputation just as much as they affect the victim’s wallet.

The encouraging news is that vehicle thefts have declined significantly over the past two years. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, nearly 660,000 vehicles were stolen in the United States during 2025, a substantial improvement from previous years. That progress is credited to collaboration between law enforcement, vehicle manufacturers, insurance companies, and public awareness efforts. Even with that decline, however, a vehicle is still stolen approximately every 48 seconds somewhere in the United States.

No security provider can guarantee that crime will never happen.

But a strong, visible, and professionally managed security program can significantly reduce opportunities, increase the risk for offenders, and improve the overall sense of safety for everyone who lives, works, or visits your property.

At the end of the day, success isn’t measured only by the incidents we respond to, it’s also measured by the incidents that never happen because someone decided your property wasn’t worth the risk..

At Midwest Protection, our philosophy has always been that security is more than standing post. It’s about creating an environment where criminal activity is less likely to happen in the first place. That means maintaining a highly visible presence, conducting unpredictable patrols, documenting suspicious activity, communicating with property management, and remaining proactive instead of reactive.

‼️ NOW HIRING: ON-CALL EVENT STAFF ‼️

Looking for a flexible part-time opportunity with exciting events throughout Central Ohio?

Midwest Protection is actively hiring On-Call Event Staff to assist with some of the area’s largest festivals, parades, community events, sporting events, and special gatherings.

Pay: $20.00 Per Hour
Location: Various Event Locations Throughout Columbus & Surrounding Areas.

🕒 Flexible Scheduling – Perfect for Students, Retirees, and Those Looking for Extra Income

Upcoming Events Include:
✅ June 19 – Festival
✅ June 20 – Parade
✅ July 3 – Red, White & BOOM!
✅ July 26 – Food Truck Festival
➕ Many more events throughout the year!

Responsibilities:
• Crowd management and guest assistance
• Access control and entry monitoring
• Event safety and security support
• Providing excellent customer service
• Reporting safety concerns to supervisors

Requirements:
✔ Professional appearance and attitude
✔ Reliable transportation
✔ Strong communication skills
✔ Ability to work outdoors and stand for extended periods
✔ Weekend and evening availability preferred

Join a team that helps keep some of Ohio’s biggest events safe and successful while gaining valuable experience in event operations and public safety.

📲 Apply Today: MidwestProtection.net/employment

NOW HIRING | OPEN INTERVIEWS

Midwest Protection Division is actively hiring for multiple positions including armed and unarmed security officers across a variety of sites and shifts.

Pay Rates:
• Unarmed: $17–$18/hr
• Armed: Starting at $20-$20.50 /hr
(Armed rate increasing in July)

Open Interview Dates:
May 27–May 28
10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Location:
750 W. Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43222

Benefits available, paid time off, and company vehicles provided at most sites.

Apply before arriving:
midwestprotection.net/employment

Immediate openings available — positions are filling quickly.