Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol - County

Allied Universal; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial & Health Benefits

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Los Angeles is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol with experience at government facilities. You will conduct patrols, verify credentials, monitor access, and respond to security concerns with professionalism.

The position requires an armed guard card/license, at least 1 year of security experience, and valid certifications where applicable. Compensation is $26.81 per hour with day-time shifts, training, and benefits included.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Baton certification is preferred.
• Handcuffing certification is preferred.
• Pepper spray certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and the public by carrying out security-related procedures and emergency responses at a government facility.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials, and report access-control concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations following post orders and agency protocols.
• Prepare clear reports and maintain logs of incidents, observations, patrols, and interactions.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Officer Full Time Armed Patrol Experience in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. You will support access control, document observations, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$26.81 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon10:00 AM - 06:00 PMTue10:00 AM - 06:00 PMWed10:00 AM - 06:00 PMThur10:00 AM - 06:00 PMFri10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and members of the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government law-enforcement facility.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as directed, maintain awareness of visitor activity, and report access-control concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following applicable post orders and agency protocols.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain required activity logs, documenting incidents, observations, patrols, and interactions with the public and/or personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Baton certification is preferred.
• Handcuffing certification is preferred.
• Pepper spray 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.