Security Officer Flex Shopping Center

Company: Allied Universal®
Location: Newport Beach
Posted on: March 24, 2026

Job Description:

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 Flex Shopping Center in Newport Beach, CA, 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 Flex 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 Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a busy retail and mall location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to calls for service, document observations, and assist guests and tenants with friendly, professional customer service and clear communication. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture built on teamwork and integrity. Position Type: Flex Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour Job Schedule: DayTimeMon04:30 PM - 01:00 AM 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, guests, and associates by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities. - Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout retail common areas, parking areas, loading areas, and perimeter routes; working environments and conditions may vary by location. - Monitor access points and public areas, help to deter unwanted activity, and address policy violations with a calm, service-focused approach. - Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, disturbances, alarms, and suspicious activity; request additional resources when needed. - Document patrol activity and incidents in written reports and/or electronic systems, and communicate timely updates to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts. Minimum Requirements: - A guard card or license is preferred. - Customer service experience is preferred. - This is primarily a driving post. - The ability to lift up to 20 lbs 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. 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.

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