- Salary
- $15 – $16/hr
- Location
- Columbia, MO
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Security
- Seniority
- Entry
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Now Hiring: Security Associate (Part-Time) – Immediate Openings
Location: Moser’s Grocery Store – Keene - Columbia, MO
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Get Paid. Get Perks. Get Ownership.
Join a 100% employee-owned company where your work helps build your future. Looking for a security, loss prevention, or retail safety opportunity in Keene - Columbia, MO? As a Security Associate, you’ll help maintain a safe shopping environment by monitoring store activity, preventing theft, responding to incidents, and supporting store operations in a fast-paced grocery store environment.
What You Get
- Weekly pay + steady hours
- Employee-Owned (ESOP) – earn company stock at no cost to you
- Flexible scheduling
- On-the-job training and development opportunities
- Growth opportunities in security, retail operations, and loss prevention
- A team that values your professionalism, awareness, and reliability
What You’ll Do
- Monitor store premises and maintain a visible security presence
- Help prevent theft, fraud, and loss through proactive observation and reporting
- Respond to security incidents, disturbances, and emergency situations appropriately
- Monitor surveillance systems and high-risk store areas
- Conduct routine security audits and incident documentation
- Assist customers with safety concerns, carry-outs, and general store assistance
- Verify receipts and conduct bag checks when necessary according to store policies
- Support internal investigations related to theft, fraud, or policy violations
- Collaborate with store leadership on loss prevention and safety strategies
- Train employees on security awareness and loss prevention best practices
- Assist with cart retrieval and maintaining safe exterior areas when needed
- Maintain accurate reports and follow company safety procedures at all times
What We’re Looking For
- Previous security, loss prevention, retail, military, or law enforcement experience preferred
- Basic knowledge of security procedures and loss prevention practices
- Strong observational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations
- Excellent customer service and conflict-resolution abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and incident documentation skills
- Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to security concerns
- Flexible availability (days, evenings, weekends, holidays)
Work Environment
- Fast-paced grocery store environment including indoor and outdoor areas
- Frequent interaction with customers, vendors, staff, and emergency responders
- Exposure to potentially stressful or volatile situations
- Standing and walking for extended periods; lifting up to 30 lbs
This is not an official description but represents major responsibilities a new hire can expect to perform.
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Apply now and start building your future with us.