Security Officer Patrol

Allied Universal; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Health benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Gulfport, MS is seeking a Security Officer Patrol for a full-time, unarmed role at a busy retail location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to deter incidents, and deliver courteous service to shoppers and staff.

The role emphasizes customer service, incident response, and detailed reporting. A high school diploma and background check are required, with licensing as applicable. Competitive pay and benefits accompany growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, shoppers, and staff by following security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents calmly and escalate as needed per site procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of the retail location and surrounding areas.
• Observe and report suspicious activity and maintenance concerns to store personnel and supervision.
• Maintain accurate logs and incident reports with professional communication.

Skills

Customer service

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 Patrol in Gulfport, MS, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy retail location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for shoppers and staff. Deliver exceptional customer service and clear communication while working as part of an agile, reliable, innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $14.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon03:30 PM - 11:30 PMTue03:30 PM - 11:30 PMSat03:30 PM - 11:30 PMSun03:30 PM - 11:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, shoppers, and store personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating matters in accordance with site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the retail location, including sales floors, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter areas, to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, policy violations, hazards, and maintenance concerns to appropriate store personnel and/or Allied Universal supervision.
• Maintain accurate activity logs and incident reports while communicating professionally with customers, employees, visitors, and responding public-service personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Customer service experience 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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.