Security Officer Flex Building Access Control

Allied Universal • Santa Ana, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Flex Building Access Control in Santa Ana, California. The position provides a designated site and weekly anchor shift requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through a scheduling platform. Hours can vary by week, with the opportunity to build up to 40 hours per week and the option to scale back. The listed schedule is Thursday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM. Pay is $23.25 per hour. The role is at a cultural institution and includes access control, customer service, patrol, observation, and incident response duties.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Access control and badge experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and vendors by following security-related procedures and site-specific policies and, when appropriate, carrying out emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and critical situations calmly and professionally, using problem-solving skills.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout galleries, collection areas, public spaces, entry points, and the surrounding perimeter.
• Observe and report unusual activity, facility concerns, and policy violations to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Assist with visitor access, directional inquiries, and the orderly flow of guests during events, exhibits, and daily operations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 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 more.
• 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