Armed Security & Access Control Specialist

County of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Los Angeles is seeking qualified security specialists to protect departmental facilities and personnel. Responsibilities include access control, screenings, patrols, and incident reporting.

A valid California Guard Card and Exposed Firearm Permit are required, with POST-certified training or equivalent, plus three years of peace officer experience. Applicants must meet high school diploma requirements and obtain appropriate licensure; this is a noncompetitive examination used to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of prior peace officer experience from a Federal, state, county, or local law enforcement agency.
• Completion of a P.O.S.T. academy or equivalent training with verifiable certificate.
• Current California Guard Card and Exposed Firearm Permit required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors access control systems and responds to alarms and emergency situations.
• Conducts proper screening of all public, internal and external personnel, and visitors.
• Conducts routine patrols to ensure the safety and security of departmental facilities and parameters.
• Maintains accurate and detailed logs, reports, including incident reports.
• May be responsible for creating work schedules for other safety and security specialists, including assessing staffing requirements, coordinating with team members, and ensuring adequate coverage for shifts.
• Performs other safety and security related duties, as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Decision making

Public safety

Observational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

P.O.S.T. academy or equivalent

California Guard Card

California Exposed Firearm Permit

Job description

The County of Los Angeles is seeking qualified security specialists to protect departmental facilities and personnel. Responsibilities include access control, screenings, patrols, and incident reporting.

A valid California Guard Card and Exposed Firearm Permit are required, with POST-certified training or equivalent, plus three years of peace officer experience. Applicants must meet high school diploma requirements and obtain appropriate licensure; this is a noncompetitive examination used to