Security Officer - Flex Unarmed Patrol

Allied Universal • Stanford, CA

2d • $27 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Flex Unarmed Patrol in Palo Alto, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and remain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents. You will greet tenants and visitors, communicate clearly with site contacts, and document observations using site tools. Backed by Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative teams, you will bring a people-first mindset and act with integrity on every shift.

Requirements

• Security experience of 6+ months is required.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Lifting more than 20 lbs is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Having a guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, lobbies, parking areas, loading areas, and perimeter routes to help to deter unwanted activity and/or identify maintenance or access control concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor flow, verify credentials where required, and document entries, deliveries, and contractor activity per site guidelines.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation support and coordination with property management and/or responding agencies as directed.
• Prepare clear written reports of daily activities, patrol observations, and incident responses, and communicate timely updates to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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