Security Officer Food Market Patrols
About The Position
Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Security Officer for patrol and badge verification at a retail location in New York, NY. The unarmed officer will safeguard the client by monitoring assigned areas, conducting routine patrols, maintaining a visible presence to help deter incidents, and supporting access control. The role also involves providing professional customer service to shoppers and team members and responding to security-related concerns with integrity. The scheduled hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The pay rate is $18.48–$19.48 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18 for unarmed roles and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is conditional on a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen. Licensing may be required under applicable state or local rules.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
- Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements; licensing may be required before employment.
Nice To Haves
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
- A state-, county-, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Loss prevention experience is preferred.
- A guard card or license is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to customers, team members, and visitors by following security procedures and location-specific policies and, when appropriate, participating in emergency response activities.
- Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations using problem-solving skills.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of retail sales floors, entrances, receiving areas, parking areas, and the perimeter.
- Monitor access points and observe activity to help deter unauthorized access, theft, and other security concerns.
- Document and report incidents, hazards, policy violations, and unusual activity according to location procedures.
Benefits
- Access to a retirement savings plan.
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Access to company technology to view and claim additional shifts.
- Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
