Armed Security Officer - Transit Patrol Responder

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.

As a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Responder in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Transportation, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a transit location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine patrols, and remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will respond to concerns, document activity, and provide clear, professional customer service and communication while using technology as needed. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a caring, people-first team that delivers through teamwork and innovation.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.58 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a transit location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, platforms, parking areas, and perimeter routes, monitoring for suspicious activity and helping to deter prohibited behavior.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, coordination with on-site staff, and/or requesting law enforcement or medical resources as needed.
• Control access to restricted areas by verifying identification, monitoring entry points, and maintaining a visible presence consistent with post orders and applicable regulations.
• Prepare detailed incident reports, patrol logs, and/or required documentation, and communicate observations and status updates to Allied Universal leadership and site representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Armed Guard Card/License.
• Be at least 21+ years of age.
• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet - preferred.
• Baton permit highly 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.

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.

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