Security Officer Loss Prevention Patrol Associate

Security Officer Loss Prevention Patrol Associate


Company
Allied Universal
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Allied Universal

Job Description
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 Loss Prevention Patrol Associate in New York, NY, 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 can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as a Patrol Officer in a dynamic retail location, where you will conduct routine patrols, stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. In this people-first role, you will support access awareness, respond to site needs, and work as part of an agile, reliable team that values innovation, teamwork, and integrity every day.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:
• Provide customer service to visitors, team members, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the retail location, sales floor, entry points, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual behavior.
• Monitor access points, observe customer and employee activity, and report suspicious, disruptive, and/or policy-related concerns in accordance with Allied Universal standards and site expectations.
• Support loss prevention awareness by identifying security-related risks such as unsecured doors, blocked exits, and/or unusual activity, and escalating concerns to the appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:
• A state, county, or city issued security-related license is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge 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.

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.

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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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.
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