Security Officer - Retail Site Patrol - Multiple Shifts

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 Site Patrol - Multiple Shifts in Atlanta, GA, 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’ll use our exclusive Claim a Shift platform to view and Pick up open shifts based on your availability—giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a full-time role, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities. As a Security Professional with Allied Universal, you will play a key role in maintaining a secure environment at a prominent retail location. In this access control position, your primary responsibilities will include monitoring entry and exit points, verifying credentials, and conducting routine patrols throughout the premises. Your visible presence will help to deter security-related incidents and provide peace of mind to both staff and visitors. You will also have the opportunity to deliver exceptional customer service, responding to inquiries and assisting individuals as needed. At Allied Universal, we value agility, reliability, and innovation, and we foster a caring culture that puts people first. Join our team and contribute to a collaborative environment where integrity and teamwork are at the core of everything we do.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur02:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSat10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Use our proprietary scheduling platform to claim open shifts at client sites
• Support operations across a range of environments including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education
• Receive site-specific training and guidance from experienced teams
• Deliver consistent, professional security presence and customer service
• Be ready to fill in at short notice when urgent needs arise

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, including access control measures.
• Monitor entrances and exits to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity within the retail location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter to observe and report any unusual activity or potential concerns.
• Assist with emergency response activities as appropriate, based on site-specific guidelines and instructions from Allied Universal management.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and/or irregularities observed during assigned shifts.
• Communicate professionally with clients, visitors, and Allied Universal team members to support a secure environment at the location.

What We’re Looking For:

• Availability across various days and shifts
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
• A desire to gain broad experience and grow within the company
• Interest in transitioning into full-time roles when available

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Experience with access control and/or badge systems is preferred.
• 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 require