Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Reception Desk

Allied Universal; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Newport Beach, CA, is hiring a part-time Security Officer – Enhanced for the front desk at a commercial office. You’ll provide exceptional service, verify access, and manage visitor credentials on a fixed weekend night schedule with the option to take additional shifts.

The role emphasizes reliable hours, security procedures, and opportunities to grow toward a full-time schedule while earning $22.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of security experience.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• State or local security license preferred.
• Must be 18+ (unarmed) or 21+ (armed).

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, and clients at a commercial office front desk.
• Greet visitors, verify access, issue visitor credentials, and direct guests per building protocols.
• Monitor access points and security systems from a front desk post and report anomalies.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and emergencies following procedures.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and incident records and communicate with management.

Skills

Security experience

Access control

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Reception Desk in Newport Beach, CA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sat 10:30 PM - 07:00 AM
• Sun 10:30 PM - 07:00 AM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, and clients at a commercial office front desk while carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures and policies.
• Greet visitors, verify access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and direct guests according to established building protocols.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and security‑related systems from a stationary front desk post; report unusual activity or concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following emergency response procedures.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and incident records while communicating professionally with building management, tenants, and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 6 months of security‑related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• A state, county, or city‑issued security license is preferred.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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