Company 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.

**Position Overview**

We are seeking professional, reliable, and customer-focused Security Officers to support at campus. Security Officers are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, and campus facilities while providing excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate is professional, dependable, observant, comfortable using computers, and able to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced corporate environment.

**This is a temporary position that will end on Thursday, 10/1/26.**

**Schedules:**

**Monday-Thursday - 0530-2200 @ $27/hour**

**Saturday-Wednesday - 2130-0600 @ $27/hour**

**Applicants applying for the Monday-Thursday schedule will need to have day, hybrid and swing availability. Shifts will be 8 hours and schedules will be updated roughly 2 weeks in advance.**

**Key Responsibilities**

+ Provide a visible security presence throughout the assigned at campus.

+ Monitor and patrol buildings, parking areas, entrances, and surrounding property.

+ Control access to the facility and verify employee, visitor, and vendor credentials.

+ Monitor security systems, alarms, cameras, access-control systems, and other security equipment.

+ Respond promptly and professionally to security incidents, emergencies, and safety concerns.

+ Conduct routine security checks and identify potential safety or security hazards.

+ Assist employees, visitors, and vendors with directions and general security-related questions.

+ Maintain accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and other required documentation using computer systems.

+ Enforce site security policies, procedures, and access-control requirements.

+ Monitor and respond to alarms and emergency situations according to established procedures.

+ Coordinate with site management, emergency responders, and other security personnel when necessary.

+ Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive company information.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by site leadership.

**Minimum Qualifications & Requirements**

+ **Must be at least 21 years of age.**

+ **Must possess a valid California Driver's License.**

+ **Ability to speak, read, and write English.**

+ Previous security, military, law enforcement, customer service, or related experience preferred.

+ Must possess or be able to obtain all required security licenses and certifications.

+ **Must have basic computer skills and be comfortable using a computer on a daily basis.**

+ Must be able to navigate computer systems, send and receive emails, enter information, complete electronic reports, and use security-related software and applications.

+ Ability to learn and use site-specific computer systems, access-control systems, cameras, and other security technology.

+ **Strong verbal and written communication skills.**

+ Professional appearance and demeanor.

+ Strong observation and attention-to-detail skills.

+ Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during stressful situations.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Must be dependable and maintain consistent attendance.

+ Must be able to pass all required background and employment screening.

**Schedule Requirements**

+ **Must be flexible and available to work a variety of shifts based on business needs.**

+ **Must have open availability, including the ability to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.**

+ Schedule flexibility is required, as shifts may change based on operational needs.

+ Overtime may be required based on business needs.

**Physical Requirements**

+ Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

+ Ability to conduct routine patrols throughout the assigned campus.

+ Ability to respond quickly to incidents and emergencies.

+ Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull items as required by the position.

+ Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

**Ideal Candidate**

The ideal Security Officer is professional, approachable, safety-minded, dependable, and committed to providing a high level of security and customer service. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with computers and technology, able to communicate effectively, follow established procedures, and remain flexible with their work schedule.

**RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle

+ Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards

+ Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons

+ Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles

+ Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits

+ Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements

+ Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post

+ Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner

+ Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

**BENEFITS:**

+ Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance

+ Company's retirement plans

+ Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked

+ 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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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 .

**Job ID:** 2026-1652480

**Location:** United States-California-Menlo Park

**Job Category:** Security Officer