Security Officer Dispatch

Allied Universal; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plans

Ongoing paid training

Employee discounts

Flexible schedules

Free state security training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading security services company in Los Angeles is seeking an Armed Security Officer to patrol designated areas and control access using X-ray/metal detecting machinery. The role requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to respond to incidents calmly. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent experience. Health insurance and multiple career growth opportunities are offered for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Subject to a background investigation.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and carry out safety procedures.
• Respond to incidents in a calm manner.
• Conduct regular patrols around business premises.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Patrolling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years of verifiable experience

Job description

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k), employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full‑time positions.

Hourly Pay Rate: $19.00

Schedule: Mon‑Fri, 7am‑3pm

Job Overview

As an Armed Security Officer, you may patrol designated areas or campus sites and must have a clean motor vehicle record. You will also perform building access control using X‑ray/metal detecting machinery to secure various campuses.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out safety and security procedures, site‑specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• 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.
• Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry‑specific security/safety 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.

Perks and Benefits

• Health insurance and 401(k) plans for full‑time positions.
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals.
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more.
• Weekly or daily pay options.
• Free state security training, sponsored by Allied.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 any questions regarding equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, diversity and inclusion, or require accommodations during the recruitment or employment process, please contact your local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, visit www.aus.com/offices.