Security Guard - Foot Patrol

Allied Universal•Redwood City, CA

About The Position

As a Security Guard - Foot Patrol in Redwood City, California, you will serve and safeguard clients in an educational setting. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This driving post requires a valid driver’s license. The position represents Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, caring, team-focused, and integrity-driven culture. This is a full-time role paying $26.80 per hour. The listed schedule is 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Requirements

At least two years of security-related experience.
Valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements; required for driving positions.
At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification.
Guard card or license.
Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and campus partners while carrying out security procedures and site-specific policies, and participating in emergency response activities when appropriate.
Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally, following campus protocols and reporting requirements.
Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of campus buildings, academic areas, residence halls, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity.
Monitor access points and campus activity, reporting suspicious conditions, maintenance concerns, and security hazards to appropriate personnel.
Accurately document daily activities, incidents, and patrol observations, and communicate relevant information to supervisors and campus stakeholders.