Security Officer Hotel Access Control

Allied Universal•Laguna Beach, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a part-time Security Officer at a hotel and resort in Laguna Beach, California, you will create a welcoming presence for guests and visitors while monitoring access, responding to security-related concerns, and communicating with hotel staff. You will help maintain a secure environment through attentive observation, professional customer service, and integrity. The position is scheduled for swing-shift work on Saturdays and Sundays from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The listed pay rate is $22.00 per hour. Allied Universal describes its workplace as dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative, and emphasizes a people-first culture where teamwork drives success. The company offers technology for viewing and claiming additional shifts, paid training, career growth opportunities, participation in a retirement savings plan, and discounts through its Perks Program. Applicants are subject to a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen. Licensing requirements vary by state and local law and 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; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21 years old.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment.
Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements, which may need to be satisfied before employment.

Nice To Haves

A guard card or license is preferred.
Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to hotel guests, visitors, and staff while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
Monitor front-desk access, verify visitor and contractor authorization, issue credentials or access materials as directed, and maintain accurate visitor logs.
Respond professionally and calmly to guest concerns, incidents, alarms, and critical situations, escalating matters according to established procedures.
Observe lobby and entry activity from a stationary post, report suspicious or unusual activity, and help deter unauthorized access.
Support security communications by receiving calls, documenting incidents, coordinating with hotel personnel, and contacting emergency services when directed.