Top 27 Protective services officer Jobs in San Jose Ca

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
8h
Public Safety Officer
Stanford University —Stanford, CA
- $28.85 - $30.77 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Study Security Officer (SSO)
Trident Security Solutions —Santa Clara Valley, CA
- $45 an hour
- Extended hours
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Military
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Mobile Patrol Officer - San Jose
PalAmerican Security —Fremont, CA
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Opportunities for advancement
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Security Supervisor
Stanford University —Stanford, CA
- $100,000 - $132,810 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement plan
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal —San Jose, CA
- $46.80 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Military
- Writing skills
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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9d
Bank Protection Officer (BPO)
Allied Universal —San Jose, CA
- $28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Military
- Research
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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9d
Security Police Officer - Union - Day
Day & Zimmermann —Livermore, CA
- Background check
- Military
- English
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
Full Time Healthcare Security Patrol Officer
PalAmerican Security —San Carlos, CA
- $34.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Hospital
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Mobile Patrol Officer-SJB
PalAmerican Security —San Jose, CA
- $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Venue Security Officer (Unarmed)
Veterans Covert Protection Group —San Jose, CA
- From $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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13d
Security Officer
GREATER BAY PROTECTIVE SERVICES INC —East Palo Alto, CA
- Up to $25 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
Security Officer - Security 80
St. Rose Hospital —Hayward, CA
- $18.90 - $22.81 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
Security Officer - Security 82
St. Rose Hospital —Hayward, CA
- $19.28 - $23.27 an hour
- Per diem
- Hospital
- Public speaking
- High school diploma or GED
5d
Security Professional - Hospital Site- Flex
Allied Universal —San Jose, CA
- $21 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- Acute care
- 18 years or older
- Current TB test
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Security Officer - Security 81
St. Rose Hospital —Hayward, CA
- $19.28 - $23.27 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Computer literacy
- Public speaking
Security POST Commander
CPS Security Solutions —Sunnyvale, CA
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Supervisor Day or Swing
Securitas Security Services —Fremont, CA
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Flex Security Patrol Officer
GREATER BAY PROTECTIVE SERVICES INC —East Palo Alto, CA
- $25.50 - $27.50 an hour
- On call
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
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Swing Shift Supervisor
Securitas Security Services —Fremont, CA
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance

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Sheriff's Protective Services Officer

The County of Santa Clara -
San Jose, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$74,193.60 - $89,573.12 a year
8 hours ago

Benefits

Wellness program
457(b)
AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Dependent care reimbursement
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Pension plan
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Safety data sheet (SDS) reading
Report preparation
Computer operation
Safety regulations
English
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Compliance with security regulations
Desktop applications
Safety equipment
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

Description

Under supervision, to secure and protect property owned, operated, or administered by the County, and to direct and assist persons conducting business at County facilities.

NOTE: Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take an online examination tentatively scheduled to open September 17, 2026. Qualifying candidates will be notified via email with instructions for taking the examination.

Candidates who pass the online examination will be invited to take the physical agility test scheduled for the morning of October 24, 2026.

Typical Tasks

The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

Patrols assigned areas, remaining alert for security breaches and criminal and/or suspicious activity; documents and reports relevant observations to appropriate authorities; uses presence to deter criminal activity;

Logs security events and other relevant information; obtains additional information, as necessary; prepares accurate and concise reports consistent with departmental policy;

Warns violators or notifies proper authorities in connection with violations of County rules and regulations and suspected criminal violations;

Makes rounds of designated areas and reports relevant observations;

Maintains physical security of County buildings and property by checking and securing doors and windows, checking interior/exterior lighting and alarm systems and monitoring surveillance devices and multiple alarm systems;

Provides information to persons conducting business at County facilities;

Controls access to secured areas by confirming legitimacy of requested access and identity of requestor; issues badges and passes at access level authorized by management;

Maintains vigilance for and reports fire threats, water leaks, electrical hazards, equipment failures, etc.;

Assists Deputies and other peace officers, as directed, in the event of an emergency;

Regulates the use of facilities and grounds by ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations;

Responds to both routine and emergency security-related calls for service, complaints, or unusual conditions on County property; takes appropriate action within scope of authority;

Directs traffic, enforces parking regulations, and issues County parking citations or warnings, as necessary;

May create and maintain computer databases for tracking, retrieval of information, and maintenance of computer files;

Maintains communication with dispatch center and other Officers via two-way radio;

Testifies in legal proceedings;

May conduct metal detector searches with a handheld wand or oversee metal detector operations at entry points;

May provide first aid or emergency medical services, within scope of the provided training, to County employees or guests;

Inventories, safeguards and returns patient valuables;

Assists medical personnel in transporting and/or escorting psychiatric patients;

Conducts property searches of 5150 patients pursuant to law;

Applies behavioral restraints to patients as provided by departmental policies and procedures;

Reports criminal activity and participates in a Private Person’s Arrest in accordance with California laws and departmental policy, if necessary, pending other law enforcement assistance or actions;

Uses reasonable force to protect self, staff, and general public, as allowed by departmental policies and procedures;

May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required*;

Performs other related duties as required.

Employment Standards

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks, plus the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities:

Training and Experience Note: The required knowledge and abilities are attained through training and experience equivalent to completion of high school or equivalent

and

Two (2) years of full-time experience as a security guard and/or peace officer.

Completion of sixty (60) semester units (ninety (90) quarter units) of college may be substituted for the security or peace officer experience.

Attended a Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office POST Basic Academy or Adult Corrections Academy within the last six months.

Special Requirements

Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work. If driving, possession of a valid California driver’s license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization.

As a condition of employment, pursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100-3109 and Local Ordinance, all County of Santa Clara employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs), including extra help. A DSW is required to complete all assigned DSW-related training, and in the event of an emergency, return to work as ordered.

Must pass a comprehensive criminal history and background check, which includes a polygraph examination and contact of prior employers and personal references. Applicants will be fingerprinted for local, state and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record. In addition, a classifiable set of fingerprints shall be furnished to the Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Successfully complete and receive the following required certifications and courses within nine (9) months of employment or vacate the position:
- Introductory course of training prescribed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) as described in Penal Code Section 832 (excluding the firearm portion).
- Course approved by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) in the carrying and use of an impact weapon, Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray and handcuffs.
- In-house Field Training Program.

Knowledge of:

Property, personnel and facility security measures;

Fire and safety regulations;

Basic security principles and techniques;

Common computer systems and software applications;

Report writing principles and techniques;

Basic law enforcement principles and techniques;

Rules, regulations, codes, and laws related to the work (part of the PC 832 training and enforcement of some legal detentions, arrests);

Basic first aid and CPR;

English usage, style, grammar, punctuation and spelling.

Ability to:

Implement property, personnel and facility security measures;

Understand fire and safety regulations;

Apply basic security principles and techniques;

Use common computer systems and software applications;

Utilize report writing principles and techniques;

Understand basic law enforcement principles and techniques;

Follow rules, regulations, codes, and laws related to the work;

Administer basic first aid and perform CPR;

Read and understand material safety data sheets and other safety communications;

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures;

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public and representatives of other agencies.

Physical Requirements

Wear personal protective equipment, including gas mask, ballistic vest, and hazardous materials decontamination suit, as appropriate;

Perform physical tasks requiring strength and endurance.

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protective services officer jobs in san jose ca

Sheriff's Protective Services Officer

Public Safety Officer

Study Security Officer (SSO)

Mobile Patrol Officer - San Jose

Security Supervisor

Armed Security Officer

Bank Protection Officer (BPO)

Security Police Officer - Union - Day

Full Time Healthcare Security Patrol Officer

Mobile Patrol Officer-SJB

Venue Security Officer (Unarmed)

Security Officer

Security Officer - Security 80

Security Officer - Security 82

Security Professional - Hospital Site- Flex

Security Officer - Security 81

Security POST Commander

Supervisor Day or Swing

Flex Security Patrol Officer

Swing Shift Supervisor

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