Part-Time Security Officer - Mall Center Patrol

About the role

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time, unarmed mall center patrol security officer in Irvine, California. The role offers reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the option to pick up extra shifts through a claim-a-shift program, building up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week. The fixed shift requires a six-month commitment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, shoppers, visitors and vendors by carrying out security procedures, site policies and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of retail common areas, parking facilities, exterior walkways and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, customer concerns and critical situations, following site protocols.
• Monitor access points and activity, and report suspicious behavior, hazards and maintenance concerns.
• Prepare clear, accurate incident reports and daily activity logs.

Required profile

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles (21+ for armed roles).
• Subject to a background investigation and a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• A valid driver's license is required only for driving positions.

Preferred qualifications

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• A guard card or license.
• Experience with access control and badges.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds.

What we offer

• Pay of $24.00 per hour.
• Flexible scheduling with open shifts and a claim-a-shift program.
• Career growth with a path to full-time roles and paid training programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement and disability insurance, seven paid holidays and vacation after one year.
• Discounts on restaurants and entertainment through the employee perks program.