Security Officer - Government Site Patrol

Allied Universal; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal seeks a Security Officer for government sites in Palo Alto, CA. This full-time role includes patrolling, providing customer service, and maintaining security standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and at least 6 months of security experience. Exciting career growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• California Security Professional Guard Card is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols and respond to incidents in a calm manner.
• Provide security-related customer service and follow site-specific procedures.
• Help deter unauthorized activity while maintaining visibility.

Skills

Customer service

Reliability

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!

As a Security Officer - Government Site Patrol in Palo Alto, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government and more .

As a Patrol Unarmed Officer in a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, helping to deter security-related incidents while remaining highly visible. Your role involves conducting routine patrols, interacting with the public, and providing outstanding customer service and communication. You will be part of a team that values agility, reliability, and innovation, always putting people first and acting with integrity. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment while upholding the highest standards of professionalism.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day	Time
Mon	07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Tue	07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Wed	07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Thur	07:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Fri	07:30 AM - 04:30 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Use our proprietary scheduling platform to claim open shifts at client sites
• Support operations across a range of environments including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education
• Receive site-specific training and guidance from experienced teams
• Deliver consistent, professional security presence and customer service
• Be ready to fill in at short notice when urgent needs arise

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity. Working environments and conditions may vary by site.

What We’re Looking For:

• Availability across various days and shifts
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
• A desire to gain broad experience and grow within the company
• Interest in transitioning into full-time roles when available

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• California Security Professional Guard Card is preferred.
• A valid Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city issued security license is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older 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.
• Full-Time Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k) plans, and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

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 any other basis protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.