Security Officer Access Control

Allied Universal; Goleta (CA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth

Smart Tools

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Goleta, CA seeks a Security Officer Access Control to provide reliable, flexible part-time coverage at an aerospace and defense site. Earn $25.10 per hour with fixed anchor shifts and options to pick up additional shifts through the scheduling platform, potentially building toward full-time hours.

Responsibilities include access control, customer service, incident response, and detailed reporting. Requires 18+ to apply, high school diploma, and background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with access control, badge systems, and alarm panels preferred.
• Customer service experience is recommended for interactions with personnel and visitors.
• Must be comfortable using a computer or tablet for reporting and logging.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors while following site procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of buildings and perimeter areas to identify unusual activity.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and enforce visitor and contractor requirements.
• Respond calmly to incidents, document events, and escalate as needed.
• Prepare clear reports and maintain logs for patrols and incidents.

Skills

Access control

Customer service

Badge experience

Alarm panel experience

Tech literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Alarm panels

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

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 Officer Access Control in Goleta, 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: $25.10 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeTue04:00 PM - 12:00 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 customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors while carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual activity and report observations.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, visitor authorization, and contractor entry requirements in accordance with site‑specific procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, escalating concerns to appropriate site contacts and emergency personnel.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain required logs for patrols, incidents, access activity, and other security‑related events.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full‑time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real‑time shift visibility and claiming.
• 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 only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.