Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Alarm Responder

Allied Universal • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time, unarmed Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Alarm Responder in San Jose, California. The role provides reliable hours at an assigned site, with the option to claim additional shifts at that or other sites through the scheduling platform. The designated site and weekly anchor shift require a six-month commitment. Additional shifts may allow the schedule to vary from part-time to as many as 40 hours in a week, with the option to scale back. Pay is $23.00 per hour.

The officer provides customer service and security support to residents, visitors, and property staff; patrols residential and surrounding areas; monitors access and activity; responds to concerns and incidents; and communicates relevant information according to site procedures. Applicants are subject to background investigation and, where permitted by law, drug screening. State or local licensing may be required before employment. A valid driver’s license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable law.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Guard Card or license.
• Alarm panel experience.
• Customer service experience.
• Access control and badge experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, and property staff by following security procedures and site-specific policies, and carrying out emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of residential buildings, common areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe visitor, resident, and vendor activity in accordance with property policies.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations; document observations and actions as required.
• Communicate relevant security information to property management, residents, and emergency responders in accordance with 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 of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other locations 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