Retail Security Officer: Calm, Courteous Patrol & Safety

Patriot Security Enterprises; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Security seeks a reliable Security Officer for a retail location in Ypsilanti, Michigan. You will maintain a visible security presence, conduct routine patrols, report incidents, and assist employees and customers while following procedures.

We value dependability, punctuality, strong communication and customer service, good judgment, and a willingness to learn. Prior security or retail experience is a plus; licensing requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Dependability, punctuality, and a professional appearance are essential.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are required.
• Sound judgment and the ability to stay calm in challenging situations are needed.
• Willingness to learn and follow security procedures is expected.
• Must meet employment and security licensing requirements; prior security or retail experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible, professional security presence at the assigned retail location.
• Conduct routine patrols and identify potential safety or security concerns.
• Observe, document, and report incidents or suspicious activity.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents while following established procedures.
• Provide courteous assistance and communicate clearly with employees, customers, and visitors.

Skills

Dependability

Punctuality

Professional appearance

Communication skills

Customer service

Judgment

Willingness to learn

Licensing requirements

Education

High School

Job description

Patriot Security seeks a reliable Security Officer for a retail location in Ypsilanti, Michigan. You will maintain a visible security presence, conduct routine patrols, report incidents, and assist employees and customers while following procedures.

We value dependability, punctuality, strong communication and customer service, good judgment, and a willingness to learn. Prior security or retail experience is a plus; licensing requirements apply.