Security Officer - Access Control - Retail

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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.

Job Description

As a Security Officer - Access Control - Retail in North Las Vegas, NV, 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 member of the Allied Universal team, you will play a key role in access control at a vibrant retail location. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and patrolling assigned areas, helping to deter security-related incidents while providing exceptional customer service. You will remain visible and approachable, supporting a welcoming environment for visitors and staff alike. Join us and become part of a company that values agility, reliability, innovation, and teamwork, always putting people first and acting with integrity in every interaction.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $19.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed04:00 AM - 10:00 AMThur04:00 AM - 10:00 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:

• Carry out access control procedures at designated entry and exit points within the retail location to help to deter unauthorized entry and/or exit.
• Monitor pedestrian and vehicle traffic, verifying credentials and granting access as appropriate according to site-specific policies and procedures.
• Provide customer service by assisting visitors, vendors, and employees with directions and information related to the retail environment.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the property and around the perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and/or security-related concerns.
• Maintain detailed logs and reports of daily activities, incidents, and security-related matters as required by Allied Universal and site-specific guidelines.
• Collaborate with retail staff and management to help to deter theft, loss, and/or security-related issues within 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:

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• State, county, or city issued security-related license and/or guard card 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