Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol - County

Allied Universal•Los Angeles, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients at a government law-enforcement location in Los Angeles, California. You will conduct armed patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication. The role is full-time and pays $26.81 per hour. A clean background and driving record are required. The schedule is Tuesday 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. The position includes access to technology for viewing and claiming additional shifts, paid training, career-growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, insurance benefits, and discounts through the Perks Program.

Requirements

At least 1 year of security-related experience.
An armed guard card or license.
At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Clean background and driving record.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Applicants are 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 before employment.
A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Pepper spray certification.
Handcuffing certification.
A guard card or license.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and members of the public while following site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities at a government law-enforcement location.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
Monitor access points, verify authorized entry, maintain visitor and vehicle logs, and report suspicious activity or policy violations.
Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, medical emergencies, and critical situations, following post orders and applicable procedures.
Prepare accurate incident reports and daily activity documentation; communicate observations and relevant information to supervisors, client representatives, and law-enforcement personnel as required.
Participate in industry-specific security training programs.