Part-Time Unarmed Security Officer - Palo Alto, CA

Location
Palo Alto
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Job description:

Palo Alto Corporate Unarmed Security Officer

Pay: $24.67 per hour

Job description:

NOW HIRING UNARMED SECURITY OFFICERS IN PALO ALTO, CA FOR A CORPORATE OFFICE COMPLEX.

Company Info:
Founded in 1991 by company president Joe Blackstone, Blackstone Consulting, Inc. (BCI) is an international service provider supporting nearly 9,000 employees.

Position Overview:

We are seeking highly professional Security Officers to support a premier corporate client. This is not a traditional guard role—our officers’ serve as ambassadors of safety, professionalism, and client experience within a high-visibility environment.

If you take pride in your appearance, communication, and ability to manage situations with confidence and discretion, this opportunity is designed for you.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Alway deliver a professional and welcoming presence
  • Manage access control and verify credentials with confidence and courtesy
  • Monitor Building Access, CCTV, and alarm systems to proactively identify risks
  • Control entry of employees, visitors and vendors
  • Conduct routine patrols of the buildings, property and parking areas with strong situational awareness.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms and emergencies with calm, decisive action.
  • May enforce regulations pertaining to personnel and visitors
  • Produce clear, detailed, and professional reports
  • Maintains and displays good public relations skills when interacting with visitors and staff
  • Provide information regarding the facilities and surrounding areas as requested by visitors
  • Produce clear, detailed, and professional reports and logs
  • Build trust with clients, employees, and visitors

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 1 year of security experience.
  • Capable of building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Ability to speak, read and write English clearly and professionally
  • Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time
  • Reliable transportation and punctuality
  • Basic technology proficiency (Reporting Systems, Access Control Platforms, etc.)
  • An effective communicator, capable of resolving how best to reach different audiences and performing communications based on that understanding.
  • Flexible in your approach and demeanor to align with the shifting demands of evolving circumstances.

All employment is conditional upon successfully passing a BCI and Client required detailed background and drug screening. EEO/AA/M/F/V/D employer, Veterans encouraged to apply!

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or benefits associated with the role.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Shift availability: The corporate complex operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 3 standard 8-hour shifts per day that cover week and weekend days.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Security: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Qualifications

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Security: 1 year

License/Certification:

  • California BSIS Guard Card (Required)
  • CPR/First Aid/AED Certification Preferred
  • California Drivers License

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Top Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off