Armed Security Officer - Flexible Part-Time Patrols

Allied Universal; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Deterrence in Newark, NJ. This role offers flexible shifts, anchored weekly hours, and opportunities to pick up additional shifts to increase earnings.

The position requires an armed guard/license, 21+ years old, and a high school diploma, with background checks and drug screening as required by law. Pay rate is $32.80 per hour.

Qualifications

• Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to background investigation in accordance with laws.
• Subject to a drug screening as permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors at a financial institution by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, offices, parking areas, access points, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and maintain awareness of visitor and employee activity throughout the location.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, patrol logs, and other required documentation in accordance with site-specific policies and Allied Universal procedures.

Skills

Security training

Education

Law enforcement/military police training

High school diploma

Tools

Armed guard card/license

Driver’s license

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Deterrence in Newark, NJ. This role offers flexible shifts, anchored weekly hours, and opportunities to pick up additional shifts to increase earnings.

The position requires an armed guard/license, 21+ years old, and a high school diploma, with background checks and drug screening as required by law. Pay rate is $32.80 per hour.