Security Officer - Library 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 - Municipal Patrol in Riverside, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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 Security Officer at a government location, you will be a visible presence while conducting routine patrols, observing for unusual activity, and reporting security-related concerns. You will support staff and visitors with clear communication, helpful directions, and professional customer service. At Allied Universal, you will bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, working as a team and acting with integrity while helping to reduce incidents.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / 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 all visitors and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical situations, fire-related alarms, and disruptive behavior.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Monitor security-related systems such as CCTV, access control points, and alarm panels; report unusual activity and/or malfunctions per post orders.
• Control access to restricted areas by checking identification, issuing visitor credentials when directed, and verifying authorization for entry.
• Provide directions and general assistance to the public, including helping route visitors to the appropriate departments and documenting service-related issues.
• Complete incident reports, daily activity logs, and other required documentation in a clear and timely manner.
• Communicate with site management and local responders as needed, relaying accurate information and supporting incident response activities.
• Perform perimeter and facility checks for unsecured doors, gates, and other security-related concerns; notify appropriate personnel for corrective action.
• Support special events and high-traffic periods with presence patrols, queue management, and traffic and/or parking flow assistance as directed by post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.