Security Officer Patrol Representative

Allied Universal • San Jose, CA

29d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Patrol Representative in SAN JOSE, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a cultural institution, you will monitor and patrol galleries, public areas, and surrounding spaces to help support a welcoming environment. This role includes visible patrols, responding to security-related concerns, and delivering strong customer service and communication to visitors and staff. At Allied Universal, you will be part of a caring team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of security-related experience 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

• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A state, county, or city issued license for security-related work is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a cultural institution location.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related matters according to site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout galleries, public areas, entrances, exits, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and note unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, help manage visitor flow during exhibitions and events, and support posted rules for public spaces, restricted areas, and after-hours activity.
• Assist with security-related checks of doors, gates, lighting, and exhibit surroundings, and communicate with site contacts and/or first responders when conditions call for additional support.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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