Security Officer for Retail Plaza in Watts

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 for Retail Plaza in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, 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 Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas to help support a secure environment. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence, respond to security-related concerns, and communicate clearly with tenants, visitors, and property teams. Bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach as you deliver reliable, agile service on every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

MUST HAVE: BATON, HANDCUFF, FIRST AID/CPR CERTIFICATIONS

Pay Rate: $21.80 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri04:00 PM - 12:30 AMSat04:00 PM - 12:30 AM

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and contractors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.
• Carry and maintain assigned firearm and related equipment in accordance with licensing requirements, post orders, and Allied Universal guidelines; use sound judgment and restraint while performing security-related duties.
• Respond to alarms, disturbances, and other incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner; assist with initial scene control, notifications, and coordination with property management and/or local emergency services as directed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of building interiors, parking areas, and perimeter routes to help to deter unauthorized activity; check doors, gates, common areas, and restricted spaces for unusual conditions.
• Complete detailed written reports and activity logs, document incidents and observations, and communicate status updates to site leadership, dispatch, and/or oncoming personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 6 months of security experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Have experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or a baton, preferred.
• Be able to lift up to 20 lbs, preferred.
• Have CPR and/or First Aid certification, preferred.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

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.

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