Part-Time Security Screener - Flexible Shifts & Growth

Allied Universal; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Oakland, CA is seeking a Part Time Security Officer (Screening Checkpoint). You will screen individuals and items, monitor access points, and uphold badge-control processes while delivering customer service.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling with day shifts and weekend coverage. A background check and drug screen apply as per policy; a guard card is preferred but not required for every post.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and/or employees while carrying out security-related procedures.
• Screen personnel, visitors, packages, and/or shipments in accordance with site procedures and access-control requirements.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials, and report unauthorized access attempts or suspicious activity to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the distribution location, loading areas, parking areas, and perimeter; environments may vary by site.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Access control

Background check

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Allied Universal in Oakland, CA is seeking a Part Time Security Officer (Screening Checkpoint). You will screen individuals and items, monitor access points, and uphold badge-control processes while delivering customer service.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling with day shifts and weekend coverage. A background check and drug screen apply as per policy; a guard card is preferred but not required for every post.