Security Officer for Retail Plaza in Watts

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 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:

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.

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.