Security Officer - Part Time Access Desk

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.

As a Security Officer - Part Time Access Desk in Santa Clara, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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. Join Allied Universal at a leading tech location where you will help manage access control, greet employees and visitors, verify credentials, and support badge issuance and access requests. You will perform routine patrols, remain visible to help reduce security-related incidents, respond to alarms and reports, and document activity with clear communication. Bring a customer-first mindset, integrity, and teamwork to a fast-paced environment that values agile, reliable, and innovative service.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Operate the access control post by greeting and screening visitors, confirming appointments, and directing authorized personnel to the appropriate check-in areas.
• Verify identity and authorization using approved credentials, visitor management systems, and access lists; issue visitor badges and collect badges upon departure per site procedures.
• Monitor entry and exit points to help to deter unauthorized access and/or tailgating; address access issues in a calm, problem-solving manner and escalate concerns per site protocol.
• Coordinate with on-site staff regarding deliveries, service providers, and scheduled work, including verifying work orders and confirming access permissions.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and/or access control panels as assigned, and respond to alerts by following post orders and notifying appropriate contacts.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, fire alarms, and/or suspicious activity, and complete notifications per procedure.
• Complete required logs and reports such as shift activity logs, visitor logs, incident reports, and access control documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicate clearly via phone, radio, and/or email with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership regarding ongoing issues, policy questions, and operational needs.
• Support a professional workplace environment by enforcing site rules related to entry requirements, prohibited items, and restricted areas, while maintaining a customer-focused approach.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1+ years of security experience.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license 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.

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. PPO14417