Armed Security Officer - Swing Shift Officer

Prosegur Security USA, Inc; Bell Gardens (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits + 401K

Job summary

Prosegur Security USA, Inc. is seeking professional, reliable Armed Security Officers in Bell Gardens, CA. You will patrol facilities, monitor premises, and respond to incidents to keep clients, staff, and visitors safe.

This role requires vigilance, sound judgment, and compliance with laws, client policies, and company standards. The position offers a Swing shift in Bell Gardens with a pay rate of $33.80 per hour, benefits, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old and legally eligible to work in the US.
• High school diploma or GED required; higher education or training in criminal justice a plus.
• Must possess and maintain Armed Security Officer license/permit per state requirements.
• Must supply and maintain a personally owned, approved 9mm firearm.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to stand, walk, or patrol for extended periods.
• Professional appearance, reliability, and ethical conduct.
• Prior law enforcement, military, or armed security experience strongly preferred.
• Must pass background checks, drug testing, and required training.
• Valid driver's license if position requires vehicle patrol.

Responsibilities

• Maintain alertness and deter unauthorized activity during patrols.
• Monitor premises and respond promptly to alarms and incidents.
• Enforce policies professionally and provide courteous assistance.
• Prepare accurate incident and activity reports.
• Use only necessary force per policy and training.
• Assist investigations by gathering information and preserving evidence.

Skills

Armed security license

Written communication

Verbal communication

Situational awareness

Patrol procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Criminal justice training

Tools

9mm firearm

Job description

Position Overview

We areseekingprofessional, reliable, and experiencedArmed Security Officersto join our team. The role is critical in ensuring the safety of clients, employees, and visitors bymaintaininga secure environment, conducting patrols,monitoringpremises, and responding effectively to incidents. Officers must exercise sound judgment, remain vigilant, and perform duties in alignment with company, client, and legal standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain a constant state of alertness; remain free of distractions while on duty.
• Patrol assigned areas on foot or by vehicle to deter and detect unauthorized activity.
• Enforce company, client, and site-specific policies in a professional manner.
• Monitor for suspicious, irregular, or unusual activity and report findings promptly.
• Respond quickly to alarms, emergencies, disturbances, and incidents.
• Prepare clear,accurate, andtimelyincidentand activity reports.
• Secure facilities, equipment, and designated areas as directed.
• Provide courteousassistanceto employees, visitors, and customers.
• Remain at assigned post until properly relieved.
• Exercise only the level of force necessary, up to and including lethal force, in situations where life is threatened, following all applicable laws, training, and company policy.
• Support investigations by gathering information, preserving evidence, andassistingsupervisors.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GEDrequired;higher education or training in criminal justicea plus.
• Mustpossessand maintain anArmed Security Officer license/permitin accordance withstate requirements.
• Must supply andmaintaina personally owned, approved9mmfirearm.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, or patrol for extended periods.
• Professional appearance, reliability, and ethical conductrequired.
• Prior law enforcement, military, or armed security experience strongly preferred.
• Must successfully pass all background checks, drug testing, and required training.
• Valid driver's license (if position requires vehicle patrol).

Core Competencies

• Vigilance & Awareness:Maintainssituational awareness at all times.
• Professionalism:Upholds client service standards and presents a positive image.
• Judgment & Integrity:Exercisesdiscretion and ethical decision-making.
• Crisis Response:Responds calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Communication:Writesaccuratereports and communicates clearly with supervisors, peers, and clients.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing stairs, and occasional lifting (up to 25lbs).
• Must be capable of responding rapidly to emergencies.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Shift: Swing: Bell/ Bell Gardens

Hours : 2nd shift

• Pay Rate: $33.80
• Weekly pay
• Benefits + 401K

CA PPO# 120931

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