Security Officer - Courtesy Patrol Associate

Allied Universal • Los Angeles, CA

4d • $20

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Courtesy Patrol Associate in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a prominent government cultural location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and remain visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will respond to alarms and access control needs, document activity using a computer or tablet, and deliver customer-focused assistance to visitors and staff. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and driven by integrity and teamwork.

Requirements

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A Guard Card/license is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control/badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be 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 prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to guests, staff, and contractors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of galleries, public spaces, offices, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify maintenance or policy concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor flow, observe for prohibited items or behavior, and communicate directions and policy reminders in a professional manner.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including alarms, disturbances, medical situations, and requests for assistance, and coordinate with site contacts and/or local responders as needed.
• Complete timely security-related documentation such as patrol logs, incident reports, and shift activity reports, and maintain clear radio and/or phone communications with the team.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED