Security Officer Experienced Unarmed Patrol Driver
About the Role
As a Security Officer Experienced Unarmed Patrol Driver in Santa Cruz, 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. Join Allied Universal as a Patrol Officer supporting public parks and community spaces. In this driving role, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service to visitors and staff. Bring strong communication and integrity to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and committed to putting people first.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and community members by carrying out site-specific procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at public parks and recreation areas.
- Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of park grounds, facilities, parking areas, trails, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual activity, hazards, or maintenance concerns.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical situations, and other critical events in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established procedures and contacting appropriate personnel or emergency services as needed.
- Assist with access control, monitor public use of facilities, and help support orderly park operations during daily activities, programs, and special events.
- Document observations, incidents, and patrol activities accurately in required reports and promptly communicate relevant information to supervisors and designated site representatives.
Requirements
- Possess at least one year of security-related experience.
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- A guard card or license is preferred.
- Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton 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.
Pay & Schedule
- Pay Rate: $21.94 / Hour
- Position Type: Part Time
- Schedule: DayTime, Mon 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM, Tue 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM, Wed 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Benefits
- 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.