Overview
Security Guard – Public Library Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA at Allied Universal
Base Pay Range: $22.50 – $27.45 (DOE)
Available Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
We’re seeking a temporary team member for an approximately 3-month assignment, with the potential for regular employment based on performance and business needs.
Horizon House is actively seeking an experienced community oriented and dedicated Security Officer. This customer service driven opportunity will communicate with and respond to the needs of our residents and guests. As a Security Officer, your primary focus will be maintaining a safe and secure environment through clear and effective communication (written and verbal), responding appropriately to requests for service and emergency situations, and implementing the policies and procedures of Horizon House.
The ideal candidate will possess:
One (1) year of security experience or a structured security training program.
One (1) year of customer service experience.
Guard card preferred.
Experience or training in de-escalation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What You’ll Do
Patrol the exterior and interior of the campus to ensure the property is safe and secure.
Respond, make contact and/or address suspicious circumstances and individuals using non-violent crisis intervention methods to de-escalate disruptive individuals.
Answer phones, screen calls, take messages, and transfer incoming calls to the appropriate department or resident.
Greet visitors and guests, and assist residents, vendors and visitors coming into the building,
Prepare a daily security report (hourly log) and report security concerns or activity.
Respond to requests for service and emergency situations according to established procedures.
Conduct safety inspections or drills including fire drills, exterior lighting inspections, and perimeter safety inspections. Report the outcomes to enhance the safety of the community.
Benefits and Perks
Highly Competitive Benefits Package with Low Deductibles: Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits*
Paid Time Off – up to 5.5 weeks
Free Costco Membership*
Discounted Meals; 40% off
403(b) Retirement & Company Match
ORCA Card Discount or Discounted On-Site Garage Parking
Staff Scholarship Program – up to $24,000 per year including your dependents*
FREE Gym and Pool access for employees
Student Loan Assistance Program – up to $1,200 per year
Fun and Exciting Staff Events
PTO, Benefit plan options, and rates may vary based on the number of hours worked and length of service.
Physical Requirements
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Additional Information
Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Learn more about what it means to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Additional information can be found here.
All staff must demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. Horizon House is an E-Verify employer. All applicants offered a role must pass a DSHS background check, and drug screening.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodations while seeking employment, please email [email protected]. or call (206) 382-3175 with the nature of your request.
Title: Security Guard – Public Library
Company: Allied Universal
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
