SECURITY ASSISTANT, SHERIFF

L.A. County Library; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their security team. This role involves monitoring and ensuring safety in various county facilities, requiring a proactive approach to public interaction and emergency response. Successful candidates will demonstrate physical fitness and the ability to handle stressful situations while maintaining a calm demeanor. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to community safety and security while working in a dynamic environment. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid California class 'C' driver license required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security at designated locations to prevent unauthorized access.
• Respond to alarms and report incidents to appropriate personnel.
• Write daily activity reports and maintain visibility to the public.

Skills

Security Monitoring

Public Interaction

Emergency Response

Report Writing

Physical Fitness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Scanning Devices

Alarm Systems

Job description

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

FIRST DAY OF FILING: January 10, 2025 8:00 A.M. (PT)

EXAM NUMBER: J2827X

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity

FILING TYPE: Open Continuous

The application filing period will be open continuously but may be suspended at any time without prior notice. It is recommended that you complete your application using a desktop or laptop with the most up-to-date version of Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS

Positions allocated to this class typically report to a higher-level supervisor and are non-peace officer positions assigned to assist in providing security in and around County and Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) facilities. Incumbents generally man a fixed post but may be assigned to designated patrol areas.

• Works a fixed post, usually at the entrance of a court facility, to detect or prevent unauthorized individuals from entering, or at a rail station to detect or prevent fare evasion.
• Disseminates information to the public and directs visitors to personnel and services within a County facility or rail station; inspects fare media (tickets, passes, etc.); maintains visibility to MTA passengers and employees; issues parking and transit-related citations.
• Utilizes fixed and hand-held scanning devices to detect unauthorized weapons or devices; temporarily detains individuals for further questioning or arrest where circumstances and conditions warrant such action.
• Monitors alarm systems and electronic surveillance equipment and responds to locally-activated fire, burglary or other alarms by reporting incidents to appropriate personnel.
• Locks and unlocks gates and doors at designated times.
• Permits authorized employees, vendors, or other appropriately identified persons' access to closed or restricted areas and temporarily detains unidentified or unauthorized persons.
• Observes and reports incidents of ill or injured visitors or employees to appropriate personnel.
• Relays reports of bomb threats to the appropriate law enforcement jurisdiction and participates in organized searches.
• Reports safety hazards or concerns, malfunctioning equipment, and other such matters to appropriate deputy and desk/dispatch personnel; documents vandalism; follows emergency procedures.
• Writes daily activity, incident, and non-employee injury reports; completes fare inspection or bus boarding activity logs.
• Operates miscellaneous equipment and/or motor vehicles as required.
• May be assigned to tour the interior or perimeter of a facility as needed.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
AGE: Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
EDUCATION: Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent high school proficiency or higher education. Evidence of equivalent high school proficiency includes having successfully passed the GED, TASC, HiSET, CHSPE, or CPP.
LICENSE: A valid California class "C" driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS: IV - Arduous
This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces.
WORK CONDITIONS:

• Work any shift.
• Work overtime and consecutive shifts.
• Work any day of the year.
• Work with people of any race or ethnic group.
• Work assignments with co-workers of the opposite sex.
• Work in any location within the County of Los Angeles.
• Have split or varied days off.
• Work assignments where there is risk of being injured in the performance of their duties.
• Deal with people who are hostile, irrational, emotionally distraught, or mentally ill.
• Deal with volatile or life-threatening situations.
• Make appropriate split-second decisions in emergent, highly stressful situations.
• Work independently and as a partner or team member with a variety of individuals.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
You are required to submit an online County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department employment application. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis. All information, including the selection requirements (i.e., age and education), is subject to verification and your application may be rejected at any time during the selection process.