Posted 13 days ago
Security Officer Part Time Unarmed Loss Prevention Patrol
AI Summary
Conducts unarmed patrols at a luxury retail location to deter theft and unauthorized access, observes and reports suspicious activity, and provides customer service to guests and staff.
About this role
Overview
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 Part Time Unarmed Loss Prevention Patrol in Palo Alto, 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 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 premier retail location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide exceptional customer service to guests and associates. You will communicate clearly, respond to security-related concerns, and support a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, reliability, agility, and innovation drive our caring culture.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $26.88 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon10:00 AM - 07:00 PMTue10:00 AM - 07:00 PMWhat You'll Do:
- Provide exceptional customer service to clients, guests, and retail staff while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the luxury retail location, including sales areas, stockroom access points, entrances, exits, and surrounding perimeter.
- Observe and report suspicious activity, policy violations, and potential security-related concerns, helping to deter theft, unauthorized access, and disruptive behavior.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.
- Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and daily documentation while communicating professionally with store leadership, visitors, and Allied Universal management.
Minimum Requirements:
- A guard card or license is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Loss prevention experience is preferred.
- A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
- Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.
Why Join Us:
- 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.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1688351Skills
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