Unarmed Security Officer County - Guard III

Allied Universal; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay and Weekly Pay

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Full-time position

Benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal in Los Angeles County is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed to perform hospital patrols and monitor access, CCTV, and alarms in a healthcare facility.

Responsibilities include de-escalation, reporting, and patient transport support as required. Requires a high school diploma, 3 years of healthcare security experience, and a valid driver’s license if driving. Full-time with benefits and paid training offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Minimum of three (3) years of verifiable employment history in customer service or protective services.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in vehicle; document observations.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalation of situations involving patients; restrain as necessary.
• Transport patients to the morgue, as needed.
• Escort patients from helicopter pad to the emergency room.
• Assist with evacuations during emergencies.
• Sound alarms or call police/fire department when needed.
• Monitor entrances and exits; ensure only authorized entry.
• Observe departing personnel to prevent theft of property.
• Investigate incidents and maintain written logs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Observation & reporting

De-escalation

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Company 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.

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed. The Security Professional will conduct unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior) in a hospital environment. Additional duties include control access and egress; monitor CCTV and alarm systems; compose reports; deter criminal activity and misconduct. Due to the safety sensitive nature of this role, qualified candidates must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law. This assignment is in a healthcare facility. As such, a tuberculosis (TB) test and certain vaccinations may be required.

Come and Join the World's Leading Global Security Company!

• We Offer Attractive Pay Options like DailyPay and Weekly Pay
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have 3 years of security experience in the healtcare Field ***
• Payrate $26.00 per Hour and Benefits
• Paid Training and Unforms Provided
• Must have clean background and clean driving record
• Fulltime Position - County of LA
• Location of Position: MLK Hospital

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in vehicle; document detailed observations of unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalation of situations involving patients; restrain combative individuals as necessary (within company and customer guidelines)
• Transport patients to the morgue, as needed
• Assist in escorting patients from helicopter pad (high elevation) to the emergency room
• Assist with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits; ensure only authorized individuals enter and exit the hospital, and that no contraband or hospital items are brought in or out
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of three (3) years of verifiable employment history relating customer service or the protective service industry (preferably security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections)
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only.
• Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Active listening skills
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
• Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
• A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
• Associate’s degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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