Security Officer - Retail Patrol - Part Time

Allied Universal • Waldorf, MD

18h • $18 • 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 - Retail Patrol - Part Time in Waldorf, MD , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer in a retail location, you will perform routine foot and vehicle patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and support shoppers and store teams with strong customer service and clear communication. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license under AU Driver Policy. With Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity while working as one team in a caring culture.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A guard card/license is preferred.
• 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 customers, associates, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a retail location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and customer service concerns in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating to store management and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of sales floors, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter theft, loitering, and other policy violations.
• Monitor cameras and observe activity to identify suspicious behavior, policy violations, and/or hazards, then communicate findings to appropriate personnel.
• Complete required reports and daily activity logs, document incidents and interactions, and communicate shift updates to Allied Universal leadership and/or on-site contacts.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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