Security Officer Open - Air Shopping Center

Allied Universal®; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer (Part Time) for a shopping center in Costa Mesa, CA. You will patrol, deter incidents, and provide excellent customer service to shoppers, tenants, and visitors. Flexible scheduling and opportunities to explore new roles are offered through our Claim a Shift platform.

Position Type: Part Time. Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour. Must meet minimum requirements and pass a background check and drug screen. Driver’s license required for driving roles only.

Qualifications

• Guard card or license preferred.
• Must be at least 18 for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, tenants, and guests.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies calmly and according to procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of retail areas, parking, and perimeters.
• Observe and report unusual activity or hazards.
• Assist with access control and visitor directions during busy periods.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 Open - Air Shopping Centerin Costa Mesa, 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 a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a retail location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for shoppers, tenants, and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture and teamwork put people first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon 03:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Sun 03:00 PM - 11:30 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, tenants, and/or guests by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating matters according to location procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout retail common areas, parking areas, tenant corridors, entrances, and the surrounding perimeter.
• Observe and report unusual activity, hazardous conditions, property damage, and policy violations to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist with access control, visitor directions, and traffic flow during busy shopping periods, special events, and/or emergencies.

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card or 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.
• 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.