Security Officer - Neighborhood Patrol

Allied Universal • Cincinnati, OH

28d • $17

About The Position

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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Neighborhood Patrol in Cincinnati, OH , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy retail location, you will conduct routine foot patrols throughout the property, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm, clear communication. You will greet shoppers and staff with helpful customer service, document observations, and partner with the store team to support daily operations. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to every shift.

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and guests by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a retail store and/or mall location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including calls for service, disturbances, and/or medical events, and report information per post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout sales floors, common areas, back-of-house corridors, and exterior perimeter areas to help to deter unwanted activity and identify potential issues.
• Monitor entrances, exits, loading areas, and parking areas for unusual conditions, support loss prevention efforts through presence and observation, and assist with queue and crowd management during peak periods.
• Complete required documentation such as shift activity reports and incident reports, communicate with management and local emergency services as needed, and maintain control of keys and/or access per site procedures.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED