Security Officer Part Time Unarmed Loss Prevention Patrol - Palo Alto

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.

As a Security Officer Part Time Unarmed Loss Prevention Patrol in Palo Alto, 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 an Unarmed Patrol Officer in a premier retail location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide exceptional customer service to guests and associates. You will communicate clearly, respond to security-related concerns, and support a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, reliability, agility, and innovation drive our caring culture.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $26.88 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Mon 10:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Tue 10:00 AM - 07:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide exceptional customer service to clients, guests, and retail staff while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the luxury retail location, including sales areas, stockroom access points, entrances, exits, and surrounding perimeter.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, policy violations, and potential security-related concerns, helping to deter theft, unauthorized access, and disruptive behavior.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and daily documentation while communicating professionally with store leadership, visitors, and Allied Universal management.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.

PPO 14417:

• 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
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Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Allied Universal is Martin Rivera.