Armed Security Officer - Part Time
Listed on 2026-07-13
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Security
Armed Security, Security Officer, Site Security, Private Security
Garda World Security Services is hiring a Tactical Armed Security Officer.
What matters most in this role is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Your keen sense of observation is a top strength we value.
Compensation and Benefits- Site
Location:
Cerritos, CA - Schedule:
8-16 hours- Saturday – Sunday, 8:00 pm – 4:30 am
- Sunday, 4:00 am – 12:30 pm
- Sunday, 12:00 pm – 8:30 pm
- Competitive hourly wage of $36 / hour (Daily Pay available for Garda World employees)
- A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, paid holidays, disability and life insurance
- Career growth opportunities with Garda World
- Uniform provided at no cost
- Patrol sensitive areas to spot suspicious activity
- Verify identities and control access to secure areas
- React quickly to threats or incidents
- Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
- Document incidents and actions taken
- Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
- Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
- Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least 21 years of age
- First aid certification (asset)
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to stand and walk for entire shift
- Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience preferred
- CPR certification
- At least 2 years experience as an Armed Officer
- State-issued armed security license and meeting state firearm carrying requirements
- CA security license (BSIS Guard Card) and additional 32-hr. BSIS trainings
- CA Exposed Firearm Permit
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Garda World Security Services provides 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. Garda World 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 not the policy of Garda World Security Services 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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