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Security Officer Part Time Unarmed Patrol Access Management

Allied Universal
Palo Alto, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2026

About the role


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 Part Time Unarmed Patrol Access Management in Palo Alto, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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 dynamic technology-focused location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, support access control, and respond to alarms and security-related concerns. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while using technology to document activities. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $25.95 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and vendors at a technology and research-focused location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
  • Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of research, office, laboratory-adjacent, parking, and perimeter areas, reporting unusual conditions and maintenance concerns.
  • Monitor access points and support visitor and contractor entry procedures in accordance with site requirements.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
  • Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain required activity logs for security-related incidents, patrols, and observations.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Access control and badge experience is preferred.
  • Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
  • A state, county, or city-issued security license is preferred.
  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • Alarm panel experience 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.

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.


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.

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