Security Officer - Armed Retail Center
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Armed Retail Center in Sunnyvale, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer supporting a busy retail and mall location. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, stay visible to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with clear communication and strong customer service. Working as part of a team, you will support a positive guest experience while acting with integrity in a caring, agile, and innovative culture.
Requirements
- Have 1+ years' armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
- Be 21+ years of age.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Loss Prevention is preferred.
- Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients and guests by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a retail and mall location.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report observations according to site procedures.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of retail sales floors, common areas, loading and receiving areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity.
- Monitor access points and observe customer and employee activity for security-related concerns, escalating issues to site leadership and/or emergency services as needed.
- Complete security-related documentation such as patrol logs, incident reports, and shift activity reports, and communicate relevant information during shift handoff.
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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
