Armed Security Specialist: Patrol & Response

Allied Universal; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in California for a full-time position. The role requires 21+ years of age and prior armed security or military experience. Responsibilities include patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring, and emergency response.

The position offers an hourly rate of $40.00 with an additional $6.80 per hour for hazardous/wage supplements. Must meet licensing and training requirements as outlined and uphold Allied Universal standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid from the AHA or ARC.
• Federal and state firearms qualifications.
• National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification.
• OC, Baton and handcuffing certification.
• Defensive tactics and de‑escalation tactics certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience or military service or armed civilian law enforcement experience.
• Minimum age 21; age requirements per law.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property.
• Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with client employees and guests.
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing.
• Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol.
• Follow all directives relating to sit-specific operations including manuals and post orders.
• Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed.
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle.
• Answer phones, monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms.

Skills

Customer service

Observation skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CCTV systems

Radio communications

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in California for a full-time position. The role requires 21+ years of age and prior armed security or military experience. Responsibilities include patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring, and emergency response.

The position offers an hourly rate of $40.00 with an additional $6.80 per hour for hazardous/wage supplements. Must meet licensing and training requirements as outlined and uphold Allied Universal standards.