Security Officer Perimeter Foot Patrol

Allied Universal North Americas 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.

As a Security Officer - Perimeter Foot Patrol in Santa Monica CA you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy retail location you will monitor and patrol assigned areas conduct routine rounds and stay visible to help deter security-related incidents. You will support access control use a computer and/or tablet for reporting and deliver customer service through clear communication. At Allied Universal you will be part of an agile reliable and innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What Youll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients and guests by following Allied Universal security-related procedures location-specific policies and when appropriate emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols throughout retail common areas storefront corridors loading and service areas and exterior perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify hazards or maintenance concerns.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm problem-solving manner including assisting with trespass issues disturbances and lost and found situations per post orders.
• Monitor entrances restricted areas and tenant corridors as assigned providing directions and observing for unusual behavior while supporting a positive shopping experience.
• Document patrols incidents and observations in written reports and/or electronic systems and communicate pertinent information to Allied Universal leadership and location management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 6 months of security experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Have customer service experience preferred.
• Have a Guard Card or license preferred.
• Have access control and/or badge experience 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 drivers license will be required for driving positions only.

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: .

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