Security Officer Job in Canoga Park, CA
Job title from Allied Universal: Security Officer Luxury Retail
Source: Allied Universal job site (securitycareers-aus.icims.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 20, 2026.
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License in California
To work as a security guard in California you need the Security Guard Registration (guard card), issued by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS), California Department of Consumer Affairs.
Minimum age: 18.
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 10.71 an hour more than the typical USD 22.00 an hour for security guard jobs in California (1329 jobs that list the pay).
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About Allied Universal here
Allied Universal has 4 more open security guard jobs in Canoga Park, CA.
Typical pay at Allied Universal in California: USD 21.63 an hour (995 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from Allied Universal
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.
Job Description
Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.
As a Security Officer Luxury Retail in Canoga Park, CA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.
Pay Rate: $32.71 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeTue10:00 AM - 06:00 PMHow This Role Works:
- Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
- Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.
This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.
Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional customer service to clients, guests, and retail staff while carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout luxury retail sales areas, stockrooms, entrances, exterior walkways, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
- Monitor access points and observe customer and employee activity for unusual behavior, reporting incidents, hazards, or policy concerns according to established procedures.
- Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with store leadership and emergency responders when needed.
- Maintain accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation, and support a welcoming, professional environment for shoppers and employees.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess at least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
- A guard card or license is preferred.
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Why Join Us:
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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Closing
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.
Requisition ID
2026-1698237Apply on the Allied Universal site
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