Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Detail

Allied Universal • Santa Monica, CA

1d • $20

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Detail in Santa Monica, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a commercial real estate location, you will conduct routine foot patrols, maintain a highly visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and support access control and visitor activity as needed. You will document observations, communicate clearly with tenants and property staff, and respond to concerns with professionalism. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, people-first, and driven by teamwork and integrity.

Requirements

• 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

• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Having a guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Having CPR certification is preferred.
• Having access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Having customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and vendors by carrying out Allied Universal procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout the commercial property, including interior common areas, exterior perimeter, and parking areas, to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance or access concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity as assigned, verifying credentials, directing foot traffic, and reporting unauthorized entry attempts in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with property management and public responders as needed.
• Complete security-related reports such as patrol logs, incident reports, and shift activity documentation, and communicate noteworthy conditions during post and shift transitions.

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