Top 15 Detention officer Jobs in Alameda County Ca

Security Shift Supervisor
GardaWorld Security Services US (IHE) —San Jose, CA
- $27.95 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Military
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Security Supervisor - Morning Shift
GardaWorld Security Services U.S. —Palo Alto, CA
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Military
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Tactical Security Officer/Supervisor
GardaWorld Security Services U.S. —Tracy, CA
- $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Campus Supervisor (2026/2027) - 0.50 FTE #1154
Livermore Valley Joint Unified Schools —Livermore, CA
- $24.37 - $32.67 an hour
- Classroom
- High school
- Computer literacy
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Sheriff's Protective Services Officer
The County of Santa Clara —San Jose, CA
- $74,193.60 - $89,573.12 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- English
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
Police Officer
US Veterans Health Administration —Palo Alto, CA
- $85,728 - $98,335 a year
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
3d
Sheriff's Correctional Deputy Cadet - Unclassified
The County of Santa Clara —San Jose, CA
- $99,794.24 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- English
Deputy Sheriff (Recruit)
County of Contra Costa, California —Contra Costa County, CA
- $73,718.03 a year
- Online Application
- High school
- Military
- Writing skills
- Vision insurance
Deputy Sheriff Bailiff (Open)
County of San Mateo —San Mateo, CA
- $10,741.47 - $11,363.73 a month
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Retirement plan
Deputy Sheriff (Lateral)
County of Contra Costa, California —Contra Costa County, CA
- $113,162.30 - $144,426.97 a year
- Online Application
- High school
- Sales
- Hospital
Tactical Security Officer - Retail
GardaWorld Security Services U.S. —San Jose, CA
- $34 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Military
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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3d
Tactical Security Ambassador - Flexible Schedule
GardaWorld Security Services U.S. —San Jose, CA
- $34 an hour
- Day shift
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Military
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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2d
Marine Interdiction Agent
Customs and Border Protection —United States
- $76,745 - $142,199 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Travel
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)

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Security Shift Supervisor

GardaWorld Security Services US (IHE) -
San Jose, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$27.95 an hour
14 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance

Qualifications

Team supervision
Customer service
Team leadership
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
First Aid Certification
Guard Card
Patrolling
Security

Full Job Description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer Patrol Supervisor!

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Supervisor?

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Officer Patrol Supervisor – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.

What’s in it for you:

Site Location: San Jose, California
Schedule: Full-Time Grave Shift, Tuesday-Saturday / 9:30pm-6:00am & 10:00pm-6:30pm.
Competitive hourly wage of $23 - 27.95 / 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

Responsibilities of Tactical Security Guard

Serve as the , coordinating directly with the client’s event management team, site security, and GardaWorld supervisors.
Assist in pre-event briefings, ensuring all event officers understand their roles, post assignments, and escalation procedures.
Provide leadership and direction to event officers throughout each shift, acting as a working lead who supports both the client and GardaWorld management.
Monitor event activity, crowd flow, and access points to maintain a safe, professional environment.
Report and escalate incidents promptly through radio or Pixel to GSOC or on-site command.
Maintain strong guest relations and represent GardaWorld in a professional, service-oriented manner.
Collaborate with tech campus departments and event organizers to anticipate needs and adjust security coverage in real time.
Complete detailed incident reports, event recaps, and post-event debriefs.
Support logistics such as post setup, equipment checks, and roster tracking.
Ability to navigate campus maps and direct guests, vendors, or staff efficiently.

Qualifications of Tactical Security Guard

Be authorized to work in the U.S.
Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
Corporate security experience
Must have 2 years of lead/supervisor experience
Must have a valid California Driver's License
First aid certification is an asset
If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
You have a state security license and additional 32hr. BSIS security trainings (Additional security trainings can be obtained during the hiring process)

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.

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.

GardaWorld Security Services of California, Inc. CA Private Patrol Number 16344

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.95 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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