Security Officer - Retail Business

Allied Universal • Greenville, SC

7d • 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. As a Security Officer - Retail Business in Greenville, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed officer at a busy retail distribution location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will support access activity, assist visitors and staff with professionalism, and deliver strong communication and customer service. Bring your agile, reliable approach to a team that values innovation, caring, and integrity.

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.
• 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

• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Experience with access control and badge processes is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or drivers by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail-related distribution location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or local responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility, including parking areas, entry points, loading and receiving areas, warehouse spaces, and perimeter locations to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Monitor access to the location by observing entrances and exits, verifying authorized entry when required, and reporting unusual activity, hazards, and/or policy concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Support daily operations by maintaining a visible presence, providing directions and assistance, completing required reports, and following Allied Universal standards along with site-specific instructions.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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