Job Description
Job Description
As a Security Officer Armed Patrol in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. This armed post is ideal for professionals who value teamwork, act with integrity, and bring a reliable, caring, and innovative approach to every shift.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $29.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon10:00 PM - 06:30 AMTue10:00 PM - 06:30 AMWed10:00 PM - 06:30 AMThur10:00 PM - 06:30 AMSun10:00 PM - 06:30 AM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns to site leadership and/or public officials as needed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, offices, entry points, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
- Monitor access points and verify credentials, badges, and/or authorizations for people, vehicles, and deliveries in accordance with site protocols for an armed post.
- Maintain readiness of assigned equipment and post duties, including following armed post guidelines, observing surroundings, and communicating clearly with supervisors and/or local responders when situations arise.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess at least 2 years of security-related experience.
- Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
- Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
- Pepper spray certification is preferred.
- CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.
- Be at least 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.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
- 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.
Why Join Us:
- 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.