Security Officer - Office Tower Patrol

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 - Office Tower Patrol in San Francisco, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, 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 unarmed Patrol Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, respond to alarms and/or unusual activity, and support tenants and visitors with professional customer service. At Allied Universal, you will work with a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, backed by a caring culture that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $26.45 / 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 tenants, visitors, contractors, and/or property staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to property management and/or emergency services as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the commercial property, including lobbies, corridors, common areas, loading and delivery zones, parking areas, and the building perimeter as assigned.
• Monitor access points and help to deter unauthorized entry by observing visitor and contractor movement, verifying authorization when required, and directing individuals to appropriate check-in locations.
• Complete routine rounds to check doors, gates, and other access points for signs of damage, malfunction, and/or unusual activity, and report maintenance concerns through the designated process.
• Observe and report suspicious behavior, unsecured areas, and/or policy violations, using a consistent approach focused on de-escalation and customer service.
• Document incidents, patrol activity, and guest or contractor interactions in written reports and/or electronic logs according to site requirements.
• Coordinate with property management and/or building engineering teams regarding after-hours requests, tenant needs, and unusual conditions observed during patrols.
• Support emergency response procedures such as assisting with building evacuations, directing occupants to assembly areas, and helping to maintain orderly movement during alarms.
• Use radios, phones, and/or other communication tools to maintain contact with Allied Universal supervision and site personnel, providing timely updates on conditions and incidents.
• Help to deter theft, vandalism, and/or property damage through high-visibility presence, routine patrol patterns, and prompt reporting of observed issues.
• Follow post orders, dress standards, and client site protocols while maintaining a professional presence in a commercial real estate location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be 21+ years of age.
• Lifting up to 20 lbs is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city issued security 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.