Security Officer - Shopping Plaza Patrol
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 - Flex Construction Patrol in West Sacramento, CA , 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 Flex 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 at a busy retail and mall location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will respond to guest questions, communicate clearly with store teams, and document observations to support smooth daily operations. At Allied Universal, you will bring an agile, reliable mindset, collaborate through teamwork, and act with integrity in every interaction.
Requirements
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- A guard card and/or 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 guests, tenants, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random foot patrols throughout the retail property, common areas, back-of-house corridors, and exterior perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance and operational concerns.
- Respond to incidents, disputes, medical calls, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and request law enforcement and/or emergency services when needed.
- Monitor and document access and activity in designated areas, assist with crowd management during peak shopping periods and special events, and support tenant concerns in accordance with site procedures.
- Complete required reports such as incident reports and shift logs, communicate observations to site leadership and Allied Universal management, and preserve details and evidence when policy requires.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
