Part-Time Security Officer - Access Control, Irvine

About the role

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for access control at a flex shopping center in Irvine, California. The role offers reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site, with the option to pick up extra shifts through a claim-a-shift program. The pay rate is $24.00 per hour.

The schedule is a fixed shift commitment (anchor shift) of six months at one site, with the possibility of building up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week.

Key responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors and shoppers by following site procedures, policies and emergency response activities.
• Carry out regular and random unarmed patrols of common areas, storefronts, entrances, parking areas and the perimeter.
• Monitor for and report suspicious activity, property concerns, hazards and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents calmly, following post orders and escalation procedures.
• Complete activity reports, incident documentation and daily logs accurately.

Required profile

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• A Guard Card or license is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years old for unarmed roles (21+ for armed roles).
• Subject to a background investigation and a drug screen to the extent permitted by law; licensing may be required before employment.

Preferred skills

• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Access control and badge experience.
• Customer service experience.

What we offer

• Flexible scheduling with open shifts and a path to full-time roles.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement and disability insurance, plus seven paid holidays and vacation after one year.
• Discounts on restaurants and entertainment through the employee perks program.