What are the responsibilities and job description for the UNARMED Retail Security Guard position at IPS Security?
Company Description
IPS Security is a trusted leader in professional security services, with over 15 years of experience serving California, Nevada, and Florida. Our portfolio includes high-profile clients across festivals, retail stores, warehouses, and corporate facilities. We combine strong customer service with well-trained security personnel to deliver safety, reliability, and peace of mind to our clients.
At IPS, we pride ourselves on creating a family-oriented work culture while holding the highest standards of professionalism, training, and accountability. We’re not just filling shifts we’re building careers in the security industry.
Job Description
IPS Nationwide is looking to hire Unarmed **FLEX** Security Officers for {WEEKDAYS AND WEEKENDS} for our Retail Store near the CLAIREMONT AREA in SAN DIEGO! The shift time is 3:30pm-12am ! Come join the IPS Family and let's make this money!
- YOU MUST HAVE A VALID BSIS STATE ISSUED CA GUARD CARD TO WORK!
- MUST PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK!!
- MUST HAVE A POWERS TO ARREST CERTIFICATE!
- PAY STARTS AT $18/HR!
POC: MAAKE VAVE - [email protected] or CALL (909)-505-2317
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must possess a valid California BSIS Guard Card
- Must have a valid Powers to Arrest (PTOA) certificate
- Must have reliable transportation
- High school diploma or GED required
- Strong verbal communication and observation skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Prior experience in retail security, loss prevention, or similar roles preferred
Additional Information
Key Responsibilities
UNIFORM GUARD EXPECTATIONS - 2025
· Purpose of our Guards - Visible Deterrent (Dressed Professional in Uniform)
· Engaged / Professional Personality – likes working with People / Customers
· Providing TERRIFIC Customer Service
· Professionally dressed, maintain good hygiene, and groomed.
· ACTIVE in our Stores and VISIBLE. Spending most of their time at the front end of our Stores – Entrances / Exits
· Shows up on time/checks in with Management – ready to go.
What we want you to do:
· Greet ALL Customers – “Welcome to/Thank you for Shopping at ..."
o Be Alert, Observe, and Report suspicious activity, – be engaged/offering assistance (again – strong visibility)
o Communicate Clear.
o Walk Employees out to their car – if requested
o Abide by all our Policies – i.e. - receipts/breaks, use of cell phones, Shoplift Policy, no weapons, etc. (please discuss with them)
o De-escalate situations / treat everyone with Courtesy, Dignity and Respect
What we DO NOT want you to do:
· Make Shoplifting Stops (never) – Never ask for a receipt.
o Never go out of the Store – to chase/confront a Shoplifter.
· Never accuse/confront anyone about Shoplifting. (profile or follow)
· Never using cell phones and earbuds as a distraction from their Post Orders.
· Never suggest our customers finish their shopping at closing hours.
· No weapons of any type (guns, knives, mace, tasers, etc.)
· Be late or abandon the post.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Salary : $18
