SECURITY OFFICER

About the role

The Fresno County Department of General Services is seeking a Security Officer to join their team. The ideal candidate will patrol buildings and grounds to ensure security and fire protection, secure facilities to prevent unauthorized entry, enforce security rules and regulations, and report illegal security breaches and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Patrol buildings and grounds to ensure security and fire protection
• Secure facilities to prevent unauthorized entry
• Enforce security rules and regulations
• Report illegal security breaches and behavior to the appropriate law enforcement agencies

Requirements

• Willingness to work overtime, if necessary, and shifts as assigned, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Valid Class “C” driver’s license, or equivalent
• Ability to obtain a Security Guard card issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS), within one (1) year from the date of hire or be rejected during the probationary period

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Valid Security Guard card issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS), within one (1) year from the date of hire or be rejected during the probationary period
• Must obtain and maintain FBI and DOJ clearance as a condition of employment
• May be required to obtain and maintain California Department of Social Services Guardian clearance as a condition of employment

Skills

Keen observation skills, ability to adapt to a variety of situations requiring sound judgement, and exceptional interpersonal skills are desired.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Tentatively scheduled for August 11-12, 2026.

Schedule

Tentatively scheduled for August 27-28, 2026.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online only. An online application can be found at: FresnoCountyJobs.com. Click the "Apply" button to start the process. Notifications will be sent via email.

Required Application Materials

• A complete, accurate Fresno County employment application
• All education and work experience to demonstrate meeting minimum qualifications
• A valid driver's license number

Selection Process

Successful candidates will be placed on an employment list effective for a minimum of 3 months and certified in final rank order as vacancies occur. Tentative exam dates: August 11-12, 2026. Tentative interview dates: August 27-28, 2026. The eligible list may be extended up to 12 months and used to fill both extra-help and permanently allocated positions.

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons.