Unarmed Emergency Support Officer (ESO lll)

Armorous; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Internal growth opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Uniform cleaning program

Paid vacation and employee rewards

Job summary

Armorous Security is hiring experienced Unarmed Emergency Support Officers (ESO III) to handle our most complex, sensitive, and high-visibility coverage assignments across the Bay Area.

The role requires independence, professional representation of Armorous at high-profile accounts, and at least 3 years of verified security experience with an active California BSIS Guard Card. Weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of verified security experience.
• Active BSIS Guard Card (California) required.
• Flexible weekday/weekend/holiday availability.
• Ability to travel between Bay Area sites with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex, short-notice and emergency coverage assignments.
• Exercise independent judgment with minimal supervision.
• Mentor less experienced ESOs during shared assignments.
• Patrol, monitor access, and respond to incidents per post orders.
• Write clear, accurate daily activity and incident reports.
• Maintain uniform, grooming and BSIS licensing standards.

Skills

BSIS Guard Card

Incident management

De-escalation

Reliability & attendance

Job description

Oakland, Ca - 94612

Now Hiring: Unarmed Emergency Support Officer (ESO III) — $26.00/hr

Armorous Security is hiring experienced Unarmed Emergency Support Officers (ESO III) to handle our most complex, sensitive, and high-visibility coverage assignments.
This role is built for seasoned officers who can work independently and represent Armorous at our highest-profile client accounts.

Pay: $26.00/hr

Employment Type: On-Call / Per-Diem (Non-Guaranteed Hours)

Classification: Non-Exempt

Coverage Area: Bay Area: Richmond, San Francisco, San Jose, Fairfield, and surrounding cities.
You’ll cover different sites across the region, so reliable transportation and flexibility to travel between locations is a must.

Availability Required: Must be available for some or all weekdays, weekends, and holidays, across day, swing, and night (graveyard) shifts.
The more flexible your availability, the more shifts we can offer you.

Experience: 3+ years of verified security experience

What You’ll Do

• Handle Armorous's most complex, sensitive, or high-visibility short-notice and emergency coverage assignments.
• Exercise independent judgment and decision-making with minimal to no direct supervision.
• Serve as an informal point of contact or mentor to less experienced ESOs during shared assignments.
• Patrol, monitor access, and respond to incidents and emergencies in accordance with post orders.
• Write clear, accurate reports of daily activity and irregularities.
• Maintain uniform, grooming, and BSIS licensing standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Active BSIS Guard Card (California).
• Advanced incident management and de-escalation skills, with a sustained track record in high-pressure situations.
• Demonstrated ability to represent Armorous professionally at sensitive or high-profile accounts.
• Sustained record of reliability and attendance, with no unresolved disciplinary action.
• Able to pass a standard background check.
• Reliable transportation to travel between assigned sites.

Benefits of Working with Armorous

• Weekly pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Internal growth opportunities
• Ongoing training and development programs
• Professional uniform cleaning program
• Paid vacation and employee rewards program

Why Join Armorous?

Award-Winning Company – Voted Best Security Company in the North Bay 2025 AND Best Place to Work in 2026!
Competitive Pay – Weekly direct deposit.
Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Extra Coverage – Life insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more.
Paid Time Off & Holidays – We value your time and well-being.
Career Growth – Opportunities to advance within Armorous.
Employee Rewards Program – Get recognized and rewarded for your hard work!
Supportive Team Culture – Work with a company that truly values you.

Join a company where your commitment to safety and security isn’t just a job—it’s a calling. Apply today and become part of the Armorous legacy!