Part-Time Unarmed Loss Prevention Patrol – Retail Security

Allied Universal; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Security Officer (Part Time, Unarmed Loss Prevention Patrol) to protect clients in a luxury retail setting. You will perform patrols, deter theft, and provide excellent service while maintaining a visible, welcoming presence.

The role offers flexible part-time scheduling, a competitive hourly pay of $26.88, and opportunities to learn our Shift-claim platform and advance within a team built on integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Loss prevention experience

Computer use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Security Officer (Part Time, Unarmed Loss Prevention Patrol) to protect clients in a luxury retail setting. You will perform patrols, deter theft, and provide excellent service while maintaining a visible, welcoming presence.

The role offers flexible part-time scheduling, a competitive hourly pay of $26.88, and opportunities to learn our Shift-claim platform and advance within a team built on integrity and teamwork.