Company
Allied Universal
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job type
Full-time
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3 days ago
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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.
Hiring Security Shift Supervisor.
Join the World's Leading Global Security Company!
• Pay rate $24.35 per hour
• Location Los Angeles, California
• Excellent Benefits and Career Progression!
• Must have valid CA Guard card.
• Must have atleast 2 years of Supervisor experience.
• Weekends are included
Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Officer Shift Supervisor. The Shift Supervisor will be responsible for the security of a high profile client's facility, property, and surrounding campus for a designated shift. The Shift Supervisor performs general security duties as directed in the protection of persons and property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules, and regulations, as specified in post orders, and will deter criminal activity and misconduct.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders
• Provide direction and instruction to subordinates regarding the performance of their duties
• Cross-training officers to make them more versatile and run site efficiently
• Make productivity and cost reduction recommendations to management
• Make recommendations for physical security surveys and post orders
• Make recommendations for positive and negative personnel actions for those under their direct supervision
• Oversee staffing, scheduling and on-site training for security officer assigned to his/her shift.
• Ensure that contract required training and screening elements for security personnel have been met
• Maintain overtime to minimum or to a predefined level designated by Allied Universal®
• Ensure quality of service and contract compliance by regularly inspecting security personnel and their job performance when assigned to his/her shift
• Perform other operations and related functions (e.g., payroll, review and maintain incident reports, assist in preparation of security surveys and post orders)
QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Current and valid driver's license
• Must possess one or more of the following:
• Associate's degree of higher in any discipline
• Service in the active-duty military, military reserves, or National Guard
• Service in auxiliary police or police cadets
• Minimum of one (1) year verifiable and successful security experiences
• Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable work experience demonstrating the following:
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to maintain poise and self-control during emergency situations
• Capability of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, and of composing reports
• Effective oral and written communication skills; write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Planning and organizing skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
• Problem solving skills
• Coaching, mentoring, motivating skills
• Active listening skills
• Encourage effective teamwork
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively
• Synthesize facts, concepts, principles
• Identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Compile, sort, and interpret data
• Research, investigate, compile information
• Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Setting and achieving goals
• Attending to detail
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in Emergency Management Systems FEMA Incident Command Certification; ICO 100, 200, 300
• Working knowledge of EMS protocols, Medical First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician
BENEFITS:
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company's 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• 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.
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
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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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.
Hiring Security Shift Supervisor.
Join the World's Leading Global Security Company!
• Pay rate $24.35 per hour
• Location Los Angeles, California
• Excellent Benefits and Career Progression!
• Must have valid CA Guard card.
• Must have atleast 2 years of Supervisor experience.
• Weekends are included
Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Officer Shift Supervisor. The Shift Supervisor will be responsible for the security of a high profile client's facility, property, and surrounding campus for a designated shift. The Shift Supervisor performs general security duties as directed in the protection of persons and property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules, and regulations, as specified in post orders, and will deter criminal activity and misconduct.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders
• Provide direction and instruction to subordinates regarding the performance of their duties
• Cross-training officers to make them more versatile and run site efficiently
• Make productivity and cost reduction recommendations to management
• Make recommendations for physical security surveys and post orders
• Make recommendations for positive and negative personnel actions for those under their direct supervision
• Oversee staffing, scheduling and on-site training for security officer assigned to his/her shift.
• Ensure that contract required training and screening elements for security personnel have been met
• Maintain overtime to minimum or to a predefined level designated by Allied Universal®
• Ensure quality of service and contract compliance by regularly inspecting security personnel and their job performance when assigned to his/her shift
• Perform other operations and related functions (e.g., payroll, review and maintain incident reports, assist in preparation of security surveys and post orders)
QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Current and valid driver's license
• Must possess one or more of the following:
• Associate's degree of higher in any discipline
• Service in the active-duty military, military reserves, or National Guard
• Service in auxiliary police or police cadets
• Minimum of one (1) year verifiable and successful security experiences
• Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable work experience demonstrating the following:
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to maintain poise and self-control during emergency situations
• Capability of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, and of composing reports
• Effective oral and written communication skills; write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Planning and organizing skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
• Problem solving skills
• Coaching, mentoring, motivating skills
• Active listening skills
• Encourage effective teamwork
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively
• Synthesize facts, concepts, principles
• Identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Compile, sort, and interpret data
• Research, investigate, compile information
• Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Setting and achieving goals
• Attending to detail
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in Emergency Management Systems FEMA Incident Command Certification; ICO 100, 200, 300
• Working knowledge of EMS protocols, Medical First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician
BENEFITS:
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company's 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• 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.
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
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in United States
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What is the federal minimum wage for security guard jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, the federal minimum wage for security guards in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Employers must provide overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Security guards qualify as nonexempt workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division
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What is the median salary range for security guards in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for security guards is $37,070 ($17.82 per hour) based on May 2023 data applicable to 2026 planning. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $29,470 annually, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $60,430. Entry-level pay starts at $15.00 per hour in most regions.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What work authorization is required for non-US citizens to get security guard jobs?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, non-US citizens must have valid work authorization such as an Employment Authorization Document (EAD Category C09 for most) or eligible visa like H-2B for temporary positions. Security guard employers verify this via Form I-9 within 3 business days of hire. Many roles limit applicants to US citizens or lawful permanent residents due to access to sensitive areas.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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What education and experience are required for entry-level security guard jobs in the US?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, no postsecondary education is required for security guard jobs, though a high school diploma or GED is held by 40 percent of workers. Entry-level positions need no prior experience, but candidates must be 18 years old and pass a criminal background check. On-the-job training lasts 1-3 months.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
