Security Officer Business Property

AUS; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation after one year

Job summary

Allied Universal in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Alarm Panel Response to deliver reliable, flexible hours at an assigned site. You will support access control, patrol duties, and incident response while maintaining professionalism and tenant safety.

The position offers anchor shifts with the option to pick up additional shifts via the scheduling platform, enabling greater earnings and experience across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience at a security or facilities site.
• Ability to conduct patrols of commercial spaces and report incidents.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet for reporting and checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and property staff.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of office buildings and surrounding areas.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials per site procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations.
• Document daily activities and maintenance or property concerns as required.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrols

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Alarm panel

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 Enhanced Part Time Alarm Panel Response in El Segundo, 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: $20.70 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon10:00 PM - 06:00 AMTue10:00 PM - 02:00 AMSun10:00 PM - 06:00 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 tenants, visitors, vendors, and property management personnel by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of commercial office buildings, lobbies, parking areas, common areas, and the surrounding property perimeter to help identify and report unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, observe visitor and contractor activity, and follow site procedures for access control and credential verification.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, contacting appropriate personnel and emergency services as directed.
• Document daily activities, patrols, incidents, and maintenance or property concerns in accordance with Allied Universal and site‑specific reporting procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using 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:

• 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.

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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.