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Security Officer Shopping Center Patrol

Allied Universal
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Feb 2026
💰 $43,000/yr

About the role

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 - Shopping Center Patrol in Irvine, 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 and mall location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that helps to discourage security-related incidents. You will assist guests and tenants with directions and questions, communicate clearly with team members, and document observations. At Allied Universal, you will work with a caring, agile team that values reliability, innovation, and integrity.

 

Hiring for a Security Officer – Unarmed

Join the world’s leading global security company!

  • Pay-rate is $21.50 per hour.
  • Location Irvine, California
  • Excellent benefits and career growth opportunities

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon03:30 PM - 12:00 AMWed03:30 PM - 12:00 AMFri03:30 PM - 12:00 AMSat03:30 PM - 12:00 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 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 You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to visitors, tenants, and employees by following Allied Universal procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail location.
  • Conduct regular and random foot patrols of common areas, parking areas, corridors, and perimeter points to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance or operational concerns.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including addressing disturbances, assisting with lost and found matters, and contacting law enforcement and/or medical services when needed.
  • Monitor entrances, loading areas, and other designated points for authorized access and proper use, and assist with crowd flow during peak shopping hours and special events.
  • Document observations, patrol activity, and incident details in written reports and/or electronic systems, and communicate notable security-related concerns to site contacts and Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs is preferred.
  • Possession of a guard card and/or license is preferred.
  • Customer service 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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2026-1539219

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