Security Officer Overnights

Overview

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. You will work in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace as part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

As a Security Officer Full Time Patrol Coordinator in Roanoke, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in industries such as Retail/Malls and more. You will be an unarmed officer at a busy retail location, monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to deter security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. The role supports daily operations through teamwork, integrity, and a people-first approach while helping create a welcoming environment for visitors, tenants, and staff.

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail location.
• Respond to incidents, guest concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; document observations and report unusual activity to site leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the store, common areas, receiving areas, and perimeter to deter unwanted behavior and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and high-traffic areas; assist with access control, loss prevention awareness, and crowd management during busy periods.
• Support opening and closing routines, including checking doors, gates, and restricted areas; report maintenance, lighting, or other property-related issues observed during patrols.

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years 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 is required for driving positions only.

• Smart Tools: Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Paid training and opportunities for career advancement.
• Financial and
  
  Health Benefits:
  
  Retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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 any other characteristic protected by law. For more information:

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