Security Guard - Response

Garda World Security; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global security company is hiring a Response Security Officer in Santa Barbara, California. This role requires flexibility with shifts and encompasses various security tasks, including monitoring and customer service, supported by a comprehensive benefits package, career growth opportunities, and a competitive hourly rate.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching

Paid holidays

Uniform provided at no cost

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must pass an extensive screening process.
• State security license (BSIS Guard Card) is required.
• Experience in Security, Military or Law Enforcement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor premises to ensure security and conduct patrols.
• Respond quickly to potential threats and incidents.
• Write detailed reports on events and incidents.

Skills

Customer Service

Adaptability

Surveillance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Response Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Special Response/Flex Security Guard

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the heart of the action.

As a casual Security Officer – Response, your role will vary depending on the day and special event. Whether it’s customer service, patrols, or surveillance, we need you to adapt with agility and precision.

What’s in it for you:

• Site Location: Santa Barbara, California
• Must have flexible availability to cover overnight shifts.
  • Grave or Day/Swing
• Competitive hourly wage of $23.89 / hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Response Security Guard:

• Monitor the premises to ensure security
• Conduct patrols to spot any suspicious activity
• Control access points and verify identities
• Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security
• Write detailed reports on events and incidents
• Collaborate with authorities during serious situations
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications for Response Security Guard:

• You have a high school education or equivalent (GED)
• You’re able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
• You have a driver's license, and a clean motor vehicle record
• You have a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) and additional 32hr. BSIS security trainings (Additional security training can be obtained during the hiring process)
• We offer support to candidates in obtaining their California Guard Card license. If needed, we will assist you through the certification process.

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, surveillance, and concierge roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.

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CA Private Patrol Number: 16344

Qualifications

Education