Embedded Armed Resource Officer – Corporate Security; Plain-Clothes, CCW | Long , CA

Embedded Armed Resource Officer – Corporate Security (Plain‑Clothes, CCW) | Long Beach, CA

Cooke & Associates is seeking a highly motivated, operationally focused Resource Officer – Critical Sites to support day‑to‑day security operations at a corporate campus in Long Beach, California. This role is designed for an experienced security professional who operates proactively within a corporate environment, balancing operational readiness with discretion and professionalism. The Resource Officer will serve as an embedded member of the client’s security team, supporting incident response, patrol operations, and critical site coverage.

The position requires a calm, professional, and decisive individual capable of responding to dynamic situations while maintaining a polished, corporate‑facing presence in a plain‑clothes environment.

Location:

Onsite role based at the client’s corporate campus in Long Beach, CA.

Candidates must currently live in the Long Beach area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. No remote work or relocation assistance is available.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, day‑shift business hours, 10‑hour shifts. Potential for nights and weekends based on operational needs.

Duration:
Initial assignment of approximately six (6) months, with potential extension up to one year or conversion to a longer‑term role based on performance and client needs.

Attire:
Plain clothes, corporate‑casual appearance (e.g., polos, button‑down shirts).

Role Type:
Armed, Concealed carry, Plain‑clothes corporate security.

Compensation: $60.00–$65.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Overtime eligibility subject to California State and Federal Labor Laws.

Benefits: PTO, paid holidays, and 401(k) eligibility begin after successful completion of the 90‑day probationary period.

This position functions as an embedded, plain‑clothes Resource Officer with rapid‑response expectations at critical sites. The Resource Officer conducts roving patrols, responds to incidents or calls for service while armed, and provides fixed‑post coverage as assigned. The Resource Officer operates within established client protocols and Cooke & Associates policies and does not function as law enforcement. All actions must align with site‑specific post orders, use‑of‑force guidelines, and escalation procedures.

The role requires sound judgment, situational awareness, and the ability to act decisively while remaining aligned with corporate culture and security standards.

• Conduct roving patrols across the campus to deter, detect, and respond to security issues.
• Respond to dispatched incidents or calls for service while armed and in accordance with post orders.
• Provide fixed‑point coverage at designated locations, including standing post at access points or roll‑up gates as required.
• Maintain assigned post coverage and operational responsibilities as directed by security leadership.
• Support security operations during sensitive employee separations or terminations when directed and in coordination with leadership and HR stakeholders.
• Coordinate with on‑site security personnel as part of an integrated security team.
• Maintain situational awareness and respond calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Support higher‑risk events with authorized backup resources when required.
• Submit accurate activity reports and detailed incident documentation.
• Provide limited executive protection support as needed; executive protection is not a primary function of this role.

• Prior law enforcement or military experience REQUIRED.
• For candidates with military‑only experience, operational and overseas deployment experience is REQUIRED.
• Special Forces experience is highly desired.
• Correctional experience is not accepted for this role.
• Valid California Guard Card, Exposed Firearm Permit, and California CCW.
• All permits must be valid and current at time of hire and throughout employment.
• HR218 credentials are not accepted.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
• Ability to successfully complete a Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course within the first 60 days of…