Security Officer Access Control

Job Description

Job Description

As a Security Officer Access Control in Santa Barbara, CA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, Aero/Defense, 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 as an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a dynamic government and defense-related location. In this role, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and assist with access activity while delivering strong customer service and communication. Be part of a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and a people-first culture.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $24.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to a government and defense-related location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting unusual activity to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, restricted areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized access and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials and/or visitor access as directed by site procedures, and report access control issues or policy violations.
• Support site operations by communicating clearly with employees, contractors, and visitors, following post orders, and completing required logs, reports, and other security-related documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification 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 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.