Armed Security Officer - Full Time

Allied Universal; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Ventura, CA is seeking an Armed Security Officer for a full-time government location. You will conduct patrols, monitor access, deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism while delivering courteous customer service to employees, visitors, and the public.

This role offers steady night shifts, competitive pay at $24.53 per hour, and opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Two years of security-related experience required.
• A valid driver’s license required in the state.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Armed roles require 21+ age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check as per federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training.
• Licensing requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and the public while following security procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to government property and assist with visitor entry per site policies.
• Prepare clear reports and activity logs of incidents, patrols, and interactions.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

As a Armed Security Officer - Full Time in Ventura, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly with visitors and staff, and support a welcoming environment. Allied Universal values agile, reliable, and innovative professionals who put people first, deliver through teamwork, and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.53 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Tue 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Fri 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Sat 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Sun 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at government facilities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and public agencies as directed by site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to government property, verify credentials as required, and assist with visitor entry procedures in accordance with site-specific policies.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and activity logs documenting incidents, patrols, observations, and interactions with the public.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least two years of security-related experience is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license 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.

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