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Security Officer Patrol Agent

Allied Universal
Atlantic City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Jul 2026
💰 $38,000/yr

About the role


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 Patrol Agent in Atlantic City, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy retail location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service. In this role, you will support a welcoming environment through strong communication, teamwork, and integrity while representing a company known for being agile, reliable, innovative, and people-first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 04:00 PMSat06:00 AM - 04:00 PMSun06:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to visitors, customers, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a retail location.
  • Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting concerns to site contacts and/or local authorities as needed.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the store, entrance areas, sales floor, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify security-related issues.
  • Monitor access points, observe customer and employee activity, and report suspicious behavior, policy violations, and/or maintenance concerns according to site procedures.
  • Support loss prevention and customer assistance efforts by maintaining a visible presence, addressing routine questions, and communicating professionally with store leadership and/or first responders when needed.

Minimum Requirements:

  • The ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
  • Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
  • A guard card or license is preferred.
  • Experience with alarm panels is preferred.
  • Being comfortable 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 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.


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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