Security Guard Armed Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 77,146,000 - 89,544,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a part-time Security Guard Armed Patrol in Los Angeles, CA. You will monitor access, deter incidents, and respond to emergencies while maintaining a professional presence in educational settings.

Responsibilities include patrolling assigned areas, reporting observations, and communicating with site contacts. The role requires 3+ years in security, a license or training, and the ability to work day/evening shifts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security experience or a college degree.
• Graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program, or equivalent.
• 1+ years of armed security-related experience.
• 1+ years of law enforcement experience, 2+ years of security supervision, or 3+ years of security experience.
• Corrections Officer License (if applicable).
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and families.
• Monitor access points, verify authorized entry, and report suspicious activity.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies using established protocols.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter.
• Prepare accurate activity, incident, and patrol reports and communicate findings.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security experience

Access control

Patrol procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Law enforcement/military training

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Guard Armed Patrol in LOS ANGELES, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. As an Armed Security Professional at an educational location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns. You will communicate professionally with students, staff, and visitors while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $29.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and/or families by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify authorized entry, and report unauthorized access or suspicious activity in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of school buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Prepare clear and accurate activity, incident, and patrol reports, and communicate observations to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program, or equivalent.
• Possess 1+ years of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess 1+ years of law enforcement experience, 2+ years of security-related supervisor or manager experience, or 3+ years of security-related experience.
• Possess a Corrections Officer License.
• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.