Armed Security Officer – San Francisco | $26/hr | Full-Time

Allstate-Security; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

401K/403b Plan

Job summary

Allstate Security in San Francisco is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect employees, customers, and property with a visible armed presence and attentive patrols. The role requires maintaining calm professionalism while enforcing access control and reporting incidents.

Pay is $26/hour for a 32-hour week, Thursday to Sunday, with full-time employment and benefits. Candidates must hold a valid BSIS Guard Card and California Firearm Permit and complete background screening per company

Qualifications

• Age 21 or older.
• A valid BSIS Guard Card and California Firearm Permit.
• Your own firearm and duty belt.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• Strong observation, communication, and report-writing skills.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and communicate professionally with customers and coworkers.
• Successful completion of required background screening and compliance with company policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible armed presence at entrances and other high-risk areas.
• Monitor access, verify authorization, and patrol interior and exterior areas.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, theft, trespassing, and other incidents.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and access-control systems as assigned.
• Respond calmly to emergencies, follow site procedures, and contact law enforcement or emergency medical services when necessary.
• Prepare accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and shift handoff notes.

Skills

Observation skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Calm under pressure

Professional demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Armed Security Officer – San Francisco | $26/hr | Full-Time(Allstate)

San Francisco, CA, United States of America

Allstate Security provides professional security services throughout California – from San Francisco down to Los Angeles, and continuing all the way through our headquarters area in San Diego, CA. For nearly a decade, we’ve offered comprehensive security solutions to a variety of clients as one of California’s premier security guard companies.

We specialize in armed guards, unarmed guards, patrol service, and mobile patrols. Our security officers will work seamlessly as a part of our team to secure premises, customers, employees, assets and everything in between.

Allstate Security provides reliable, qualified, professional officers who are trained and ready to respond to potential security threats and provide outstanding support and service.

Job Skills / Requirements

Put your security experience and sound judgment to work in San Francisco. Allstate Security is hiring a full-time Armed Security Officer to help protect employees, customers, and property through a visible presence, attentive patrols, and professional service.

Pay, Location & Schedule

• Thursday–Sunday, 1400–2300
• 32 hours/week, as specified for this opening
• Pay: $26/hour

What You’ll Do

• Maintain a visible armed presence at entrances and other high-risk areas.
• Monitor access, verify authorization, and patrol interior and exterior areas.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, theft, trespassing, and other incidents.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and access-control systems as assigned.
• Respond calmly to emergencies, follow site procedures, and contact law enforcement or emergency medical services when necessary.
• Prepare accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and shift handoff notes.

What You’ll Bring — Required

• Age 21 or older.
• A valid BSIS Guard Card and California Firearm Permit.
• Your own firearm and duty belt.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• Strong observation, communication, and report-writing skills.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and communicate professionally with customers and coworkers.
• Successful completion of required background screening and compliance with company policies.

Preferred Experience

• Previous armed security, law enforcement, military, or high-risk security experience.
• De-escalation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Familiarity with surveillance and access-control systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to operate radios and assigned security equipment.
• Visual and auditory awareness to monitor your surroundings.

Professional Expectations

• Maintain a professional appearance, exercise sound judgment, and follow company policies and site procedures.
• Treat customers, visitors, and staff with courtesy, discretion, and respect.
• Remain attentive in a fast-paced environment and keep safety and customer service central to your work.

Allstate Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful background screening and compliance with applicable laws.

Certification Requirements (All)

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, 401K/403b Plan