SECURITY OFFICER 3181 (B) (Rev. 07/18/24)

ANNUAL SALARY

$56,571 to $70,490

The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $55,979 to $69,551

NOTES:

1. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to .
2. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.
3. Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.

DUTIES

A Security Officer patrols and safeguards City-owned buildings, parks, reservoirs, facilities, grounds, and equipment; answers questions and directs visitors/patrons; assures that only authorized persons enter buildings, yards, and other restricted areas; prepares reports and keeps records; may make preliminary investigations of accidents, thefts, and disturbances; may issue warnings or citations for illegal parking; may testify in court and may detain violators pending the arrival of a peace officer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. One year of full-time paid experience as a security guard, security officer, security aide, law enforcement officer, correctional officer, traffic officer, park ranger, firefighter, or Police Student Worker (with the City of Los Angeles); or
2. One year of preparation as a police explorer or cadet with a law enforcement agency or fire explorer or cadet with a fire department; or
3. One year of full-time service, with satisfactory performance, or two years as a reservist, with satisfactory performance, in the United States Armed Forces; or
4. Completion of 12 semester units or 18 quarter units from an accredited college or university, half of which (6 semester or 9 quarter units) must have been in criminal justice or a behavioral science; or
5. Current employment as a Police Officer I with the City of Los Angeles, not having completed the Los Angeles Police Academy.

PROCESS NOTES

1. In addition to the regular City application, you MUST complete an online Security Officer Supplemental Training and Experience Questionnaire (T&E) at the time you submit your online application. Candidates who fail to submit the City application and T&E at the time of filing will not be considered candidates in this examination and their application will not be processed.
2. Some positions may require a valid California driver's license. Candidates may not be eligible for appointment to these positions if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as a DUI).
3. A High School Diploma or equivalent is highly desired.
4. Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at .
5. Candidates will be asked to complete and submit a Personal History Statement (PHS) online at a later date. Certification by a Department is subject to a candidate's completion of the PHS.
6. Prior to appointment, a thorough and comprehensive Background Investigation will be conducted. You must not have a history of criminal or improper conduct including any felony convictions.
7. Candidates may be required to undergo a DRUG and ALCOHOL screening test based on City policy.
8. Candidates that qualify for this examination under Requirement #5 will undergo a selection process based on Application Review.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

City applications and Security Officer Supplemental Training and Experience Questionnaires (T&E) WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON-LINE during the dates listed below:

FROM 8:00 AM MONDAY, JULY 22, 2024 TO 11:59 PM MONDAY, JULY 29, 2024

FROM 8:00 AM MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2024 TO 11:59 PM MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2024

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS

Multiple-Choice Test - Qualifying
Training and Experience Questionnaire - 100%

NOTE:

Federal law prohibits anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor involving domestic violence from carrying a firearm.

NOTES:

1. This examination is based on a content validation study.
2. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities.