Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Armed Incident Response Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools to claim shifts

Career Growth through training

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced in Los Angeles, CA. This role offers flexible, reliable hours with potential to earn more by picking up shifts through the scheduling platform. Pay rate is $23.47 per hour and includes fixed anchor shifts with a six-month commitment.

The position requires armed guard credentials, a minimum of one year in security, and a strong customer-service mindset. It supports growth through training and supplemental shifts across sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security-related experience.
• Armed guard card or license.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Industry-specific security training required.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and customers by carrying out security-related procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of interior and exterior areas, including entrances and parking facilities.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry; report suspicious activity and maintenance concerns.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Armed guard card/license

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

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

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Armed Incident Response Patrol in Los Angeles, CA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $23.47 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon08:45 AM - 05:45 PM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or customers by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a financial institution location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established procedures and escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior and exterior areas, including business areas, entrances, parking facilities, and the perimeter, to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry as directed by site policies; report suspicious activity, policy violations, and maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports, incident documentation, and required logs while representing Allied Universal professionally.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• 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. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2026-1689859