Security Officer - Corporate Building

Allied Universal • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. As a Security Officer - Corporate Building in San Diego, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Shelter, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a shelter location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide compassionate customer service to residents, visitors, and staff. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile team and contribute through clear communication, teamwork, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and service providers by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities within a shelter setting.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior and exterior areas, including entrances, common areas, parking areas, and the perimeter, to help identify and report unusual conditions or policy concerns.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, respectful, problem-solving manner, following site procedures and contacting appropriate personnel or emergency services as needed.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as directed by site policy, and document security-related incidents, observations, and daily activities accurately.
• Support a respectful environment for individuals experiencing housing instability by communicating professionally, applying site rules consistently, and helping to de-escalate conflicts when appropriate.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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