Security Command Center Operator- Evening Shift
Company
Cedars-Sinai
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
22 hours ago
Via
via LinkedIn
Job Description
Job Description Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!
At Cedars-Sinai, we're motivated by a collective spirit of innovation and the challenge to continuously improve. Above all, we share a real passion for helping others. Day after day, from department to department, our people give their all to create a community unlike any other. This is just one of the many reasons U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals—and now we invite you to join us and make a difference every single day in service of this outstanding work – excellence and innovation in patient care, research, and community service. You'll work with a team of professionals and have access to new facilities. This will help you achieve something outstanding for yourself and others.
What will you be doing in this role?
The Command Center Operator is responsible for the Security Department Command Center operations. This includes, but is not limited to, answering incoming telephone calls, dispatching calls, documenting service calls, monitoring alarm systems, monitoring CCTV cameras, maintenance of CCTV recording devices and dispatching medical center wide emergency broadcasts.
Qualifications Education:
• High School Diploma/GED - Required
Experience:
• Minimum one (1) year prior security experience preferred
License/Certifications:
• Security Officer Guard Card/California Guard Card - Required
• Valid California's Driver License - Required
At Cedars-Sinai, we're motivated by a collective spirit of innovation and the challenge to continuously improve. Above all, we share a real passion for helping others. Day after day, from department to department, our people give their all to create a community unlike any other. This is just one of the many reasons U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals—and now we invite you to join us and make a difference every single day in service of this outstanding work – excellence and innovation in patient care, research, and community service. You'll work with a team of professionals and have access to new facilities. This will help you achieve something outstanding for yourself and others.
What will you be doing in this role?
The Command Center Operator is responsible for the Security Department Command Center operations. This includes, but is not limited to, answering incoming telephone calls, dispatching calls, documenting service calls, monitoring alarm systems, monitoring CCTV cameras, maintenance of CCTV recording devices and dispatching medical center wide emergency broadcasts.
Qualifications Education:
• High School Diploma/GED - Required
Experience:
• Minimum one (1) year prior security experience preferred
License/Certifications:
• Security Officer Guard Card/California Guard Card - Required
• Valid California's Driver License - Required
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for security guard jobs in United States is $7.25 per hour as of January 1 2026. Security guards receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This federal floor applies nationwide with no exceptions for the occupation.
What education and experience are required to qualify for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants for security guard jobs must be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or GED as of 2026. No prior paid experience is required for entry-level unarmed positions though a clean criminal background check is mandatory. Armed guard roles additionally require state-specific firearms training completed before hire.
What documents are needed to apply for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a completed I-9 form with proof of identity and work authorization such as a U.S. passport or driver's license plus Social Security card. A state-issued guard registration card and recent background check results are also required before starting work in 2026. Employers file these documents within three business days of hire.
What are the standard working hours and benefits for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, security guards work a standard 40 hours per week with shifts typically limited to eight consecutive hours as of 2026. Full-time employees receive at least 40 hours of paid sick leave annually plus employer-sponsored health coverage after 30 days under ACA rules. Overtime is paid for any hours beyond 40 in a workweek.
