PART-TIME/ ON-CALL

Associa; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

Associa is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard property and ensure visitor and resident safety. You will patrol, respond to alarms, monitor entrances, and assist guests while maintaining a visible, friendly presence.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, 0–3 years of related experience, and relevant certifications such as a Guard Card. This part-time role offers benefits, flexible hours, and opportunities for growth within a nationwide team.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state or local safety requirements.
• Conflict resolution techniques.
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, team player.
• Able to interpret and complete verbal/written instructions.
• Time management and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to alarms and emergencies.
• Make periodic tours to check protection devices and fire safety equipment.
• Greet guests and tenants, provide site information.
• Guard and monitor premises to prevent theft and safety violations.
• Perform fire prevention, safety, and maintenance tasks; enforce parking/traffic rules.

Skills

Safety awareness

Conflict resolution

Time management

Verbal instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Associa is looking for a Security Officer to join our team. Officers are responsible for maintaining the overall security of a property. Security officers use many different tactics to prevent theft, vandalism, and damage to properties. They may patrol the property in a vehicle and may maintain records of who enters or leaves the property, either at a front desk or a front gate. They may keep track of signing visitors in and out and monitor incoming deliveries. Security officers generally assist guests with providing information and directions. Employees protect the property and its inhabitants from fire risks and other safety violations. They respond to emergency situations by communicating with emergency personnel and potentially handling physical threats by restraining offenders. They may also maintain parking regulations and ensure parking lot security. It is important for a security officer to be aware and alert at all times, constantly being aware of risks and concerns.

What do we offer?

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

Compensation:

$19.00 - $21.00 hourly rate; direct experience is highly considered.

Employment Type:

Part-Time

Schedule:

(less than 40 hours) - Varies

Location:

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to alarms and emergency situations.
• Make periodic tours to check for irregularities and to inspect protection devices and fire control equipment.
• Greet incoming guests and tenants, providing information regarding the site and surrounding area as requested by visitors.
• Guard and monitor premises to prevent theft, property destruction, violence, or rule and safety violations.
• Perform fire prevention, safety, and maintenance tasks, and parking/traffic enforcement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of State or local governmental safety requirements.
• Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques at a proficient level.
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and a team player.
• Interpretation and completion of verbal and/or written instructions at a proficient level.
• Time management and time-critical prioritization skills.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 0 - 3 years of directly related or closely related experience

Certifications/Licenses

• Guard Card Required
• PPO#17681

Working Conditions

• Non-Typical office environment (frequent standing, walking, talking, etc.), both inside activities and outside activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and to reach above the shoulders with hands and arms in order to file a variety of documents; use hands and fingers to input data to the information system; and talk or hear in order to gather and provide information on departmental processes. The employee is often required to sit in order to process information and conduct data entry activities.

Company Description

With more than 180 branch offices across North America, Associa delivers unsurpassed management and lifestyle services to nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 10,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise and trailblazing innovation. For more than 40 years, Associa has provided solutions designed to help communities achieve their vision. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com .