Security Officer - Patrol Services

Allied Universal • Pennsauken, NJ

1d • $21 • Onsite

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 - Patrol Services in Pennsauken, NJ , 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 monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine patrols, and stay visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will respond to concerns, communicate clearly with staff and guests, and deliver a welcoming customer experience. Guided by Allied Universal values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity, you will help support day to day operations and a positive environment.

Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR and/or First Aid certification 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.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout the retail location, sales floor areas, receiving areas, parking areas, and perimeter, noting unusual activity and submitting timely notifications.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including alarms, disturbances, medical calls, and/or suspicious persons, and coordinate with on-site management and public responders as needed.
• Monitor entrances, high-traffic areas, and merchandise zones for potential loss prevention concerns, assist with customer issues, and help to deter unwanted behavior through visible presence and professional communication.
• Complete shift activity reports and incident documentation, maintain logs for patrols and key events, and support investigations by preserving observations and available information.

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