Security Officer - Patrol
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Night Patrol Driver in Ventura, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer supporting a government location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents, assist staff and visitors with customer-focused service, and communicate observations promptly. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license. Bring your integrity and teamwork to a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team where your daily impact matters.
Requirements
- Have 2+ years of security experience.
- A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
- Be 21+ years of age.
- 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
- Guard Card/License preferred.
- Customer Service Experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to staff, patients, visitors, and/or vendors while carrying out Allied Universal and site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting appropriate internal personnel and/or public responders as needed.
- Conduct regular and random foot patrols of buildings, corridors, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance, access control, and/or policy issues.
- Monitor entry points and public areas for unauthorized access, suspicious behavior, and/or disruptions, and assist with visitor direction, access protocols, and de-escalation when appropriate.
- Complete detailed reports and logs of daily activities, incidents, observations, and/or unusual conditions, and communicate pertinent information to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
