Security Officer - Retail Location - Part Time

Alliedbarton Security Services; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading security company seeks a Part-Time Security Officer in Palo Alto, CA. This dynamic role involves monitoring retail environments, providing exceptional customer service, and ensuring a secure atmosphere for clients and visitors. Applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k plans for full-time positions

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts via perks program

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license in the job state.
• Preferred to have a guard card or security license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and patrol assigned areas to deter security incidents.
• Respond to incidents and maintain professionalism.
• Conduct regular patrols to deter unwanted activity.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Agility

Reliability

Innovation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!

Job Description

As a Security Officer - Retail Location - Part Time in Palo Alto, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls and more .

As an unarmed patrol officer in a retail or mall location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remaining visible to help to deter security-related incidents and provide outstanding customer service. Your responsibilities include conducting routine patrols and maintaining a strong presence to support a secure environment for visitors and staff. This post requires a valid driver's license in the job state, as driving may be part of your duties. Our team values agility, reliability, and innovation, always putting people first and working together with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $26.16 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri10:00 AM - 07:00 PMSat10:00 AM - 07:00 PMSun11:00 AM - 06:30 PM

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, and responding to emergency situations as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the retail location and its perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify potential issues.
• Observe and report any unusual activity or potential threats within the retail environment.
• Assist with access control and monitor entry and exit points as required by site procedures.
• Collaborate with store staff and management to address security-related concerns and support a positive experience for customers.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver's license issued in the job state is required for driving positions.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• California Security Professional Guard Card is preferred.
• A state, county, or city issued security-related license is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have 5 years of verifiable experience.
• 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 local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more...

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 any other basis protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2025-1391264