Flexible Security Officer

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Response Security Officer! No Guard Card? No Problem! If selected after your interview, we’ll help cover the costs of obtaining your guard card. Ready to suit up as a Special Response/Flex Security Guard What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. A Flex Security Officer is a highly reliable and adaptable guard who is trained to work at different locations and cover various shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. They are used to fill in for call‑offs, vacations, or when additional coverage is needed. Their flexibility makes them a key support to the overall security team. Benefits Site Location: Santa Barbara, California Applicants must be fully flexible and available to work any day of the week and any shift, including weekends, as scheduling needs may vary. Competitive hourly wage of $22.25 / hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!) A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options. Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld. Uniform provided at no cost. Free food on campus, including access to cafeteria and micro-kitchens. Career development: opportunities to learn and grow on the tech campus. Valuable experience with a major, high-profile company. Networking opportunities with a diverse mix of people. Responsibilities 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. Qualifications Flexible availability: Must be willing and able to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays, and any shift (day, swing, or overnight) as operational needs require. Shifts may vary week to week. Flexibility is essential to support changing client needs, ensure adequate coverage, and maintain service excellence. High school education or equivalent (GED). Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience is an advantage. State security license (BSIS Guard Card) and additional 32‑hour BSIS security trainings (support for obtaining a California Guard Card will be provided if needed). In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be certified by Great Place to Work. It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide 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. In addition, GardaWorld 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 also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr