Security Officer - Part Time/On-Call

Associa • Palm Desert, CA

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About The Position

Associa is seeking a Security Officer to maintain the overall security of a property and protect its inhabitants. The role involves patrolling and monitoring premises, preventing theft, vandalism, property damage, violence, and safety violations, and helping guests and tenants with information and directions. Officers may monitor property access and deliveries, enforce parking regulations, and respond to alarms and emergencies by communicating with emergency personnel and addressing physical threats as appropriate.

This is a part-time, on-call position with a variable schedule of less than 40 hours. The work takes place in a non-typical office environment, with activities both indoors and outdoors. Overtime may be required, including on-call, weekend, and 24-hour emergency coverage. Compensation is $19.00–$20.00 per hour, with direct experience highly considered.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–3 years of directly related or closely related experience.
• Guard Card required.
• Knowledge of state or local governmental safety requirements.
• Proficient knowledge of conflict resolution techniques.
• Professional customer service skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and a team player.
• Proficient ability to interpret and complete verbal and/or written instructions.
• Time-management and time-critical prioritization skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly standing, reaching above the shoulders, using hands and fingers for data entry, and talking or hearing; often sitting to process information and conduct data entry.

Responsibilities

• Respond to alarms and emergency situations.
• Conduct periodic tours to check for irregularities and inspect protection devices and fire control equipment.
• Greet incoming guests and tenants and provide information about the site and surrounding area as requested.
• Guard and monitor premises to prevent theft, property destruction, violence, and rule or safety violations.
• Perform fire prevention, safety, and maintenance tasks.
• Enforce parking and traffic regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintain awareness of potential risks and concerns.
• Assist with monitoring property access, visitor sign-in and sign-out, and incoming deliveries.
• Communicate with emergency personnel and potentially restrain offenders when handling physical threats.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), disability insurance, and support for wellness and development initiatives.
• Associa has been designated a Great Place to Work for eight consecutive years, and many locations have been awarded as Best and Brightest.

What This Job Offers

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