Security Officer for Public Transit

Allied Universal•Long Beach, CA

3d•$21

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Unarmed Civic Patrol in Long Beach, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a government public transportation location. You will conduct routine patrols across platforms, terminals, and surrounding areas, stay visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with clear communication and outstanding customer service. Working with a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, you will put people first, act with integrity, and help keep daily operations running smoothly.

Requirements

Have 1+ years of security-related experience.
Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients and the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
Conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, platforms, parking areas, bus bays, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
Monitor for suspicious behavior, hazards, and policy violations, and report observations in accordance with site procedures.
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical calls, and service disruptions, and request police, fire, and/or medical assistance as needed.
Control access to restricted areas, verify authorization for entry, and assist with visitor management and directional assistance.
Observe and document interactions with the public, including fare disputes, loitering concerns, and disruptive behavior, and use de-escalation techniques when appropriate.
Complete shift activity reports, incident reports, and other required documentation with accurate details and timely submission.
Communicate with site leadership, dispatch, and Allied Universal supervision via radio, phone, and/or written logs to coordinate response and share updates.
Perform periodic checks of doors, gates, lighting, and other infrastructure, and report maintenance issues through established channels.
Support emergency procedures such as evacuations, shelter-in-place, and crowd management as directed by site policy and local authorities.

Benefits

Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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