Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Retail Patrol

Allied Universal • Escondido, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time, unarmed retail patrol Security Officer in Escondido, California. The position provides a designated site and fixed weekly anchor shifts requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. Hours may vary week to week, with the opportunity to build up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week and scale back when needed. The listed pay rate is $18.00 per hour.

The scheduled shifts are Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and Thursday from 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM. The officer provides customer service and performs security duties at retail areas, including patrols, monitoring, incident response, reporting, and communication with relevant personnel.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Undergo a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Undergo a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements; a license may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• A guard card or license.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, shoppers, visitors, and contractors while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations; notify appropriate personnel or emergency services as directed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrols of retail common areas, parking areas, exterior perimeters, and tenant corridors to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, observe activity, and report suspicious conditions, maintenance concerns, and policy violations according to site procedures.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, maintain required activity logs, and communicate professionally with Allied Universal leadership, property representatives, and local law enforcement when needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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