Security Officer Access Control

Alliedbarton Security Services; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools program

Career growth opportunities

Health benefits and retirement plan

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for Building Access Control in Santa Ana, CA. You will patrol facilities, monitor access points, and provide exceptional customer service to visitors and staff at a cultural institution setting.

The role requires at least 1 year of security experience, unarmed patrol capability, and a high school diploma. Swing shift, full-time hours, and competitive pay with benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, guests, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures and policies.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols in public areas and perimeters to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and visitor flow, report concerns to site leadership.
• Document patrols, incidents, and observations and communicate information to management.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol experience

Access control

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer or tablet literacy

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

As a Security Officer Building Access Control - Patrol Experience Required in Santa Ana, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a cultural institution, you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support access control. You will provide outstanding customer service and clear communication to visitors and staff while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and people-first culture with teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time / Swing Shift

Pay Rate: $23.25 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeTue02:00 PM - 10:30 PMWed02:00 PM - 10:30 PMThur02:00 PM - 10:30 PMSat02:00 PM - 10:30 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, guests, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities within a cultural institution setting.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout public areas, galleries, collection-adjacent spaces, entrances, and the property perimeter to help identify unusual conditions and help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and visitor flow, assist with directions and location guidelines, and report observed security-related concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Document patrols, incidents, and noteworthy observations accurately and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable use of a computer or tablet 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services 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.