Security Officer Retail Store

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for a retail store in New York, NY. You will monitor and patrol the store, assist customers, and deter theft while maintaining a professional presence on site.

This full-time, unarmed role requires a high school diploma; licensing is preferred. You will work a daytime schedule and contribute to a safe shopping environment with the support of Allied Universal’s tools and training.

Qualifications

• Loss prevention experience preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security license preferred.
• A guard card or license preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience preferred.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check will be conducted as a condition of employment.
• Criminal histories considered in accordance with laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local laws.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to customers, team members, and visitors by following site-specific procedures and emergency response activities at a retail grocery location.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations calmly and professionally, escalating as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the store and surrounding areas to identify and report security concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe activity to deter theft and unauthorized access.
• Document incidents and communicate information to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Observation and reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Security license

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 Retail Storein New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a retail location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, support access control, and provide outstanding customer service. You will communicate professionally with shoppers, team members, and visitors while responding to security-related concerns. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide how we serve others.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.48 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon03:00 PM - 10:30 PMTue03:00 PM - 10:30 PMFri03:00 PM - 10:30 PMSat03:00 PM - 10:30 PMSun03:00 PM - 10:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to customers, team members, and visitors by carrying out site-specific procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a retail grocery location.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating matters in accordance with site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the store, parking areas, loading areas, and perimeter to help identify and report security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe activity within the location to help deter theft, unauthorized access, and disruptive behavior.
• Document incidents, observations, and policy violations accurately and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge 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.