Security Officer Part Time Armed Patrol

Allied Universal; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Armed Security Officer in Santa Ana, CA. You will patrol and deter incidents, providing a secure environment for visitors, staff, and collections at cultural sites and other facilities.

The role requires an Armed Guard Card, a minimum age of 21, and a high school diploma or equivalent. You will work a part-time schedule with a focus on professional conduct and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Armed Guard Card/License is required.
• Age 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to background checks per federal, state and local laws.
• Qualified applications with criminal histories will be considered per laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff and vendors following site procedures and safety policies.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of galleries, exhibit spaces, offices, entry points and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and maintain controlled entry to restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms and emergencies calmly and professionally.
• Carry authorized equipment in accordance with laws and Allied Universal policies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

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.

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 Part Time Armed Patrol in Santa Ana, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part‑Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Security Officer at a cultural institution, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security‑related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for visitors, staff, and collections. You will respond to situations with professionalism, communicate clearly, and deliver exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and caring team, where integrity, innovation, and teamwork guide every shift.

Position Type

Part Time

Pay Rate

$30.50 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeThur04:00 AM - 12:30 PMFri12:00 PM - 08:30 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and vendors by carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of galleries, exhibit areas, collection spaces, offices, entry points, parking areas, and the surrounding perimeter.
• Monitor access points and help maintain controlled entry to restricted collection and operational areas in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and emergency responders as needed.
• Carry authorized equipment in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, Allied Universal policies, and site‑specific post orders.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry‑specific security training programs.
• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1689580