Security Guard - Part Time Evenings
About the role
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 Guard - Part Time Evenings in Columbus, OH, 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. As an Unarmed Security Officer at a retail location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, support access control, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. This driving position requires a valid driver's license in accordance with Allied Universal policy. Join a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients, shoppers, and store associates by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout retail sales areas, entrances, stockrooms, parking areas, and the surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
- Monitor access points and observe activity within the location, reporting suspicious behavior, hazards, and policy violations according to site procedures.
- Maintain accurate activity logs and incident reports, and communicate relevant information to store management and Allied Universal leadership.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license (required for driving positions).
- At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful background investigation (federal, state, local).
- Drug screen as permitted by law.
- Access control and badge experience (preferred).
- CPR and First Aid experience (preferred).
- CPR certification (preferred).
- Customer service experience (preferred).
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial Benefits: Participation in retirement savings plan.
- Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.
Pay
$18.50 per hour.
Schedule
Thursday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM.