Security Guard - Full Time/Nights

Armorous•Sebastopol, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Armorous is hiring an overnight Security Officer at a transitional housing shelter in Sebastopol, California. The site serves people moving from homelessness into stable housing. The officer helps keep the building safe and secure for residents, staff, and visitors, while working alongside site staff to foster a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. The role calls for patience, respect, composure under pressure, and treating every resident with dignity. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, for 36 hours per week. The officer must be available for all three overnight shifts, including holidays that fall on scheduled shift days. Pay is $21.00 per hour, with weekly direct deposit. Work is in person.

Requirements

Valid BSIS Guard Card.
Completion of 40 hours of BSIS training, including Powers to Arrest, with refresher courses up to date and continuing education courses.
Strong customer service skills and a professional, respectful demeanor.
Ability to remain alert and proactive in high-pressure situations.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a 12-hour shift.
Ability to conduct hourly indoor and outdoor patrols, including on stairs.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to commute to Sebastopol, California.
Availability for all three scheduled overnight shifts, including holidays that fall on those shift days.

Nice To Haves

Experience working graveyard shifts; one year of graveyard shift security experience is preferred.
Experience with de-escalation or working with vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

Conduct hourly patrols of the property, including common areas, hallways, entrances, exits, and the building exterior.
Watch for unauthorized individuals, suspicious activity, safety hazards, and property damage.
Manage building access control.
Conduct scheduled resident bed checks according to site procedures.
Promptly report discrepancies, unauthorized occupants, and safety concerns to site staff and Dispatch.
Use de-escalation skills to address conflicts and tense situations calmly.
Respond quickly to incidents and support emergency response.
Complete hourly activity reports and accurately document incidents.
Keep supervisors and team members informed about security concerns.