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Security Flex Officer - Retail Response

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $21.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Disability Coverage
Life insurance

Job Description

GardaWorld Security Services is a leading global security company known for providing sophisticated and tailored security solutions across various sectors. With a commitment to training highly skilled and dedicated security professionals, GardaWorld operates at the forefront of the security industry worldwide. The company prides itself on maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment while offering extensive career development opportunities and a strong emphasis on employee satisfaction, as reflected by its Great Place to Work certification. GardaWorld’s presence in the United States includes specialized guarding services with standards that exceed industry norms, ensuring clients receive top-tier protection and customer service.

This current opening is for a Flex Response Security Officer in Northern California, serving locations including North San Francisco, Santa Rosa, and Petaluma. This position requires a dynamic and adaptable individual capable of thriving in a fast-paced and varied security environment. The Flex Response Security Officer role is uniquely tailored for those who enjoy facing different challenges each day—from customer service, routine patrols, surveillance activities, to emergency response. The schedule is flexible, encompassing day, swing, and grave shifts, clearly designed for professionals who can adjust according to operational needs. Offering a competitive hourly wage of $21, the role also comes with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, paid time off, holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance, making it a well-rounded opportunity for those seeking both a rewarding job and stability.

In this role, security officers will be expected to be highly vigilant and responsive. Tasks vary significantly based on location and daily demands, requiring quick thinking, sound judgment, and a customer-centric approach. GardaWorld emphasizes the importance of detailed incident reporting, cooperative interactions with authorities when necessary, and the unwavering commitment to safeguarding both people and property. Successful candidates will have foundational experience or training in security, military, or law enforcement backgrounds, alongside specific licensing requirements like a valid BSIS Guard Card and completion of the 32-hour BSIS security training. GardaWorld is also supportive of ongoing training to help employees meet these standards and further their career growth.

Working at GardaWorld Security means becoming part of a global family that values entrepreneurial spirit, ambition, and the ability to be a proactive representative of the company’s high standards. Employees are given ample opportunities to advance professionally, with many corporate-level personnel having started on the front lines. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusion in every aspect of employment. Candidates should expect a thorough background check and drug screening as part of the hiring process, underscoring the company’s dedication to safety and integrity.

If you are someone who is ready to take on a responsive, flexible, and engaging security role in Northern California, this position offers not just a job but a potential career path at one of the most respected security companies globally. GardaWorld offers a workplace where every day brings new challenges and every employee has a chance to grow, contribute, and protect communities with professionalism and pride.

Job Requirements

  • Authorized to work in the U.S
  • Documentation of High School Diploma or GED
  • Pass extensive screening process
  • Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Security, military, or law enforcement experience preferred
  • State security license (BSIS Guard Card) and 32-hour BSIS training
  • Valid driver's license

Job Qualifications

  • Be authorized to work in the U.S
  • Provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
  • Pass extensive screening process
  • Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Security, military, or law enforcement experience is preferred
  • Possess a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) and additional 32-hour BSIS security training
  • Valid Driver's license

Job Duties

  • Monitor the premises to ensure security
  • Conduct patrols to spot any suspicious activity
  • Control access points and verify identities
  • Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
  • Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security
  • Write detailed reports on events and incidents
  • Collaborate with authorities during serious situations
  • Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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