Security Officer Store Property Patrol Assessment

Allied Universal • Columbia, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for an assigned retail site in Columbia, Maryland. The position provides a fixed weekly schedule of evening shifts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with a six-month commitment to the assigned site and shift. Officers may also claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform, potentially increasing their hours up to 40 per week. The role is intended for candidates seeking part-time work, stable hours, and the option to build toward a full-time schedule. Pay is $18.50 per hour.

The Security Officer provides customer service while carrying out security procedures and site policies. The role includes unarmed patrols of the retail sales floor and surrounding areas, monitoring activity and access points, responding to incidents, and accurately documenting security-related observations and activities.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements; a license may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver's license if assigned to a driving position.

Nice To Haves

• A guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to retail visitors, customers, and employees while following security procedures and site policies and, when appropriate, responding to emergencies.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the sales floor, entrances, parking areas, loading areas, and perimeter to identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or policy concerns.
• Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations, follow site procedures, and promptly notify appropriate personnel or emergency services when needed.
• Monitor access points and observe customer and employee activity to help deter theft, trespassing, and other unauthorized activities.
• Accurately document patrols, incidents, observations, and security activities according to company and site requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven annual holidays 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