Security Guard - High End Retail

GardaWorld; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site Location Palo Alto

Full-time schedule Thursday - Monday

Competitive hourly wage $26.25/hour

Benefits: medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer matching

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services is hiring a Security Guard for high-end retail locations in Palo Alto, CA. The role emphasizes risk awareness, rapid response, and customer-focused security presence in luxury environments.

You will patrol the premises, verify access, and coordinate with store leadership to protect people and property while supporting loss prevention strategies. A valid state security license and BSIS training are required.

Qualifications

• Must have one year of security experience.
• State security license and 32hr BSIS trainings.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and provide HS diploma or GED.
• Active drivers license and able to stand/walk the full shift.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily visits to luxury tenants and engage with them as needed.
• Patrol the luxury wing and monitor safety, security and service concerns.
• Serve as liaison between tenants, client and security team.
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas; respond to alarms.
• Document incidents and coordinate with law enforcement when needed.
• Collaborate with store leadership to uphold brand security standards.

Skills

One year security experience

Active drivers license

Strong observation/ situational aware

State security license

BSIS 32-hour trainings

Ability to stand and walk entire shift

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Security Guard - High End Retail!

Ready to suit up as a Security Guard - High End Retail?

Must have one year of security experience

Must be 21 years old

Must have active driver's license

Please include your most up to date security resume

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.

The Luxury Brand Liaison Officer is a strategic asset for luxury tenants, ensuring alignment between brand expectations, property operations, and security initiatives. This role provides a single, trusted point of coordination to proactively address risk, support loss prevention strategies, and maintain the elevated standards required by luxury retailers. The liaison reports directly to the Security Manager regarding any concerns or needs, ensuring timely communication and resolution. By fostering strong partnerships with store leadership and internal stakeholders, the liaison helps protect brand integrity, enhance operational continuity, and reinforce client’s commitment to delivering a secure, premium retail environment.

What’s In It For You

• Site Location: Palo Alto, CA
• Set schedule: Full-time / Thursday - Monday, 10:00am - 6:30pm
• Competitive hourly wage of $26.25 / hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities Of Security Guard - High End Retail

• Conduct daily luxury tenant visits
• Perform additional tenant engagement as needed
• Patrol the luxury wing
• Monitor safety, security and service concerns
• Serve as a liaison between luxury tenants, client and security team
• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications Of Security Guard - High End Retail

• You have a state security license and additional 32hr. BSIS security trainings (Additional security trainings can be obtained during the hiring process)
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• Must have one year of security experience
• Must be 21 years old
• Must have active driver's license
• Please include your most up to date security resume
• First aid certification is an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.

GardaWorld Security Services of California, Inc.

CA Private Patrol Number 16344