Security Supervisor

GardaWorld; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus

Hire-On Bonus

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services in Los Angeles is seeking a Security Shift Supervisor to lead patrols across high‑profile environments such as retail locations and airports. The role emphasizes risk assessment, fast decision‑making, and team leadership to ensure safety and compliance throughout shifts.

The position offers a full-time schedule totaling 40 hours, a competitive hourly wage of $26, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of security supervision experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and have High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Ensure officers are relieved for breaks on time.
• Patrol designated facilities and spot suspicious activity.
• React quickly to threats or incidents and coordinate responses.
• Oversee inspections, training, and scheduling across accounts.
• Develop staffing schedules with supervisors and project managers.
• Promote and recruit for advancement within GardaWorld.

Skills

Security supervision

Stand/walk long periods

Diligence

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BSIS Guard Card

BSIS 32-hour trainings

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Security Shift Supervisor!

Employee Referral and Hire-On Bonus Opportunities

• $200 Employee Referral Bonus: Team members are rewarded for referring qualified candidates who are hired and remain employed through the required period
• $300 Hire-On Bonus: This position qualifies for a hire-on bonus after successful completion of the probationary period

Ready to suit up as a Security Shift Supervisor?

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Supervisor Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.

What’s In It For You

• Site Location: Los Angeles, California
• Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours
  • Morning Shift, Swing Shift, and Gave shift available (shift details will be discussed during the interview process)
• Competitive hourly wage of $26 / 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

Enjoy the site's perks, amenities, and culture:

• Air-conditioned work environment
• High profile, clean location in the heart of Exposition Park
• Restaurant and Cafe conveniently located on site
• Free Parking: Parking paid by us! (GardaWorld) Saving you $15-$20 a day!
• Career development: Opportunities to learn and grow as a person while working on site.
• Valuable experience: Working for a major, high-profile company provides excellent, recognizable experience for your promotability at GardaWorld.
• Networking opportunities: The site's environment allows security officers to interact with a diverse mix of people, from employees to visitors.

Responsibilities Of Security Shift Supervisor

• Ensure all officers are relieved for their breaks and meal breaks timely during their shift.
• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Oversee inspections, training, and scheduling to ensure smooth daily operations across assigned accounts.
• Collaborate with MSS, CSMs, Project Managers, and Site Supervisors to develop and manage staffing schedules and fill open shifts.
• Provide hands-on leadership, including recruiting new supervisors and promoting Special Response Officers (SROs) for career advancement.
• Tactical Engagement: Occasionally fill account posts for specific shifts and deliver patrol services to designated accounts.
• Foster a culture of servant leadership and employee engagement by modeling the company’s core values and promoting high performance standards.
• Achieve key goals, such as 100% shift coverage, regular personnel inspections and training, and recruiting to maintain full staffing levels.
• Become proficient in all company software systems related to onboarding, scheduling, and financial operations.
• Ensure 100% compliance with GardaWorld’s mandatory requirements and operational standards.

Qualifications Of Security Shift Supervisor

• 2 years security Supervision experience
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• You have a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) and additional 32hr BSIS security trainings (Additional security trainings can be obtained during the hiring process).
• First aid certification is an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for long period of times
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. 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.

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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