Security Officer Flex Building Access Control

Allied Universal • La Palma, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Flex Building Access Control in La Palma, California. The role is assigned to a designated site and includes a fixed weekly shift commitment for six months. Officers may claim additional shifts through a scheduling platform, providing the opportunity to increase hours up to 40 per week while retaining flexibility to scale back. The position pays $23.00 per hour and is scheduled Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

The officer provides front-desk customer service and supports access control in a technology, media, and telecommunications office environment. Duties include greeting and assisting visitors, verifying identification and authorization, maintaining access records, handling calls and deliveries, communicating with site personnel and emergency responders, and responding to incidents according to site procedures.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, if required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience.
• Access control and badge experience.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, assist with inquiries, and support site-specific access procedures at the front desk.
• Monitor visitor activity and verify identification and authorization according to established policies.
• Maintain accurate visitor and access-related records.
• Answer and route incoming calls, receive deliveries, and communicate professionally with employees, visitors, vendors, and emergency responders as needed.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, and critical situations, following site-specific emergency response procedures.
• Monitor front-desk and lobby activity, report suspicious activity or policy concerns, and help deter unauthorized access.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and 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 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