Retail Security Officer - $21 Hr

Elite-Investigations; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

3rd shift

Weekends

Job summary

Elite Investigations is hiring a Retail Security Officer in Bethesda, MD. The role requires standing for extended periods, a Maryland Guard Card, and a strong focus on customer service and safety.

You will monitor assigned areas, deter theft, and complete daily reports while maintaining professionalism and clear communication with site management. Weekend availability is required for this part-time shift.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland Guard Card required.
• Ability to stand/walk for duration of shift.
• Pass government background check.
• Flexible availability including weekends.
• Professional and well groomed.
• Impeccable customer service skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Fluent English; multilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Stand/walk for entire shift in a standing post.
• Maintain a commanding presence and provide customer service.
• Initiate and complete daily reports and communicate with the on-site manager.
• Deter theft by monitoring and patrolling assigned areas.
• Enforce contract standards and company guidelines.
• Respond calmly to crisis situations and alarms.
• Support site safety programs and assist customers as needed.

Skills

Stand/Walk

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Professionalism

Multilingual (plus)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Retail Security Officer - $21 Hr(Elite MD/VA/DC)

Bethesda, MD, United States of America

$21.00 - $21.00

Overview

Elite Investigations embarked on its mission over 40 years ago, aiming to deliver outstanding security services to clients across various sectors. From the very beginning, we have maintained the core belief that attracting and retaining top-tier personnel is essential for securing and satisfying our esteemed clientele. Our commitment to excellence in recruitment means we continually seek out the most skilled and dedicated professionals in the security field.

Over the years, we have built a reputation for reliability and quality, serving a diverse range of clients, including corporations, private businesses, and individuals who require meticulous attention to their security needs. Our team is marked by a strong dedication to customer service, ensuring that we not only meet but exceed our clients’ expectations.

We invite passionate and driven individuals who are interested in pursuing a fulfilling career in the security industry to apply. At Elite Investigations, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experts in the field and contribute to a company that values professionalism, integrity, and innovation in all aspects of security service provision.

Job Skills / Requirements

Job Description

This is a STANDING/WALKING post which requires you to be on your feet while on-duty. Officers must feel comfortable standing for prolonged periods of timeAs a retail security officer, you will be held to above-quality standards as a server of our surrounding communities. As a retail security officer, you must maintain a commanding presence and high-quality customer service skills. You must also have the ability to handle crisis situations at the client site calmly, effectively, and efficiently.

As a retail security officer with our company, you will be responsible for initiating and completing daily reports. As a talented team member, you will command a high-standing presence when posted at our sites.

Some of the other duties include but are not limited to:

• Command a presence
• Enforce Contract Standards
• Enforce employment guidelines
• Monitor and patrol assigned areas to deter theft
• Communicate constantly with the manager on duty regarding any suspicious activity
• Implement loss prevention strategies and procedures to minimize risk
• Monitor and respond to alarms to detect potential theft
• Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers with inquiries or concerns.
• Administers site safety programs outlining site-specific hazards adhering to post orders

Required Qualifications:

• MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE MARYLAND GUARD CARD
• MUST BE ABLE TO STAND/WALK FOR DURATION OF SHIFT
• MUST BE ABLE TO PASS GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND CHECK
• MUST HAVE FLEXIBLE AVAILABILITY
• WEEKENDS ARE REQUIRED (SATURDAY, SUNDAY OR BOTH)
• MUST BE PROFESSIONAL AND WELL GROOMED
• MUST HAVE IMPECCABLE CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS
• MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION
• MUST HAVE STRONG VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
• MUST WRITE AND SPEAK FLUENT ENGLISH
• MULTILINGUAL A PLUS

SHIFT:

Thursday through Saturday - 1200x0800

Compensation: Compensation for this role is set and is not subject to negotiation.

Benefits: Benefits such as vacation, medical, dental and vision apply to full-time positions only.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

Valid MD Guard Card/ Security License
Valid State ID

Additional Information / Benefits

This is a Part-Time position3rd Shift, Weekends.