Security Shopping Plaza

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Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Security Officer Patrol Driver for a Newport Beach Shopping Plaza. This unarmed role combines driving and patrols to deter incidents while delivering friendly customer service to tenants and staff. The swing shift runs Friday and Saturday evenings, paying $21.50 per hour. Smart tools to claim extra shifts, paid training, and a perks program support you. Requirements include a valid driver's license, high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to lift 20 lbs, and 18+ years old for unarmed roles, with background and drug screening as required. To apply, tailor your retail security resume, highlight customer service and incident response, and show flexibility with the Claim a Shift platform.

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Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Patrol Driver Shopping Plaza 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 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 an unarmed patrol officer at a dynamic retail location, where you will conduct routine driving and foot patrols, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service. In this role, you will support a welcoming environment through clear communication, teamwork, and integrity while bringing an agile, reliable, and innovative approach to each shift.

Position Type: Part Time/ Swing Shift

Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri02:15 PM - 10:45 PMSat02:15 PM - 10:45 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, shoppers, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting relevant details and communicating with site contacts as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout retail common areas, parking areas, storefront perimeters, and other assigned locations.
• Monitor for unauthorized activity, property concerns, and/or suspicious behavior, helping to deter unwanted activity through visible presence and timely reporting.
• Assist with access control, directional assistance, and general support at the location while following Allied Universal standards and client site expectations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• The ability to lift up to 20 lbs is preferred.
• A guard card/license 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.

Closing

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1634198