Security Officer Flex Part Time Building Patrol

Allied Universal • Santa Ana, CA

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time unarmed building patrol Security Officer in Santa Ana, California, at $23.25 per hour. The position is assigned to a designated site and weekly anchor shift, requiring a six-month commitment. The scheduled shifts are Friday and Saturday from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. In addition to the fixed schedule, officers may claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform, with the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week and scale back as needed. The role is based in a cultural institution and involves providing customer service, conducting unarmed patrols, monitoring access and visitor activity, responding to incidents, and documenting activity. Applicants are subject to background investigation and drug screening as permitted by law. Licensing may be required under applicable state or local rules.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be 21 or older.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to drug screening to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements if required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Customer service experience.
• Access control and badge experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, contractors, and vendors while following security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response procedures when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of galleries, collection areas, public spaces, exterior grounds, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, report unusual conditions or policy violations, and professionally assist with directing guests.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in accordance with site-specific protocols, notifying appropriate personnel.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, patrol logs, and other required documentation in accordance with company and site procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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