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Security Officer Armed Patrol Specialist

Allied Universal
Los Angeles, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Jun 2026
💰 $56,000/yr

About the role


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 Specialist in LOS ANGELES, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at an education location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support students, staff, and visitors through strong communication and customer service. In this role, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and reliability to every interaction while contributing to a caring and innovative culture.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $28.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an educational location.
  • Respond to incidents, disturbances, policy violations, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or first responders as needed.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout campus buildings, parking areas, grounds, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and report unusual conditions.
  • Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or permissions when required, and help to control access to restricted areas in accordance with site protocols.
  • Support school-related activities, arrival and dismissal periods, and/or special events by maintaining a visible presence, providing directions, and reporting concerns through appropriate channels.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Have 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
  • Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program, or equivalent.
  • Have 1 or more years of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
  • Have 1 or more years of law enforcement experience, or 2 or more years of security-related supervisor or manager experience, or 3 or more years of security-related experience.
  • Possess a Corrections Officer License.
  • 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
  • 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, nationa

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