Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Patrol Awareness

Alliedbarton Security Services; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive Perks Program

Career growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Patrol Awareness in Whittier, CA to safeguard clients across cultural institutions. You will patrol, provide welcoming service, and respond to incidents. The schedule includes weekday shifts with consistent daytime hours.

This role emphasizes customer service, situational awareness, and adherence to site policies. Minimum requirements include one year of security experience, a high school diploma, and a valid guard card if

Qualifications

• Have at least one year of security‑related experience.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen may be required where permitted by law.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, families, staff, and vendors by carrying out security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents and concerns in a calm, professional manner and notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of grounds, buildings, parking, and perimeter areas.
• Assist with access control, visitor directions, traffic flow, and parking support during events.
• Document incidents and report security issues according to site procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Guard Card/License

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 Full Time Unarmed Patrol Awareness in Whittier, 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 location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide welcoming customer service to visitors and staff. You will respond to concerns, communicate clearly, and support a respectful environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.31 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:30 AM - 04:00 PMTue07:30 AM - 04:00 PMWed07:30 AM - 04:00 PMThur07:30 AM - 04:00 PMFri07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, families, staff, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site‑specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a memorial park and cultural institution location.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and/or emergency responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of grounds, buildings, parking areas, pathways, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security‑related concerns.
• Assist with access control, visitor directions, traffic flow, and parking support during services, events, and periods of increased visitation.
• Document incidents, observations, and patrol activities accurately and report security‑related issues according to site‑specific procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least one year of security‑related experience.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds 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.