Armed Security Officer - Weekend Credential Patrol

Allied Universal; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking an Armed Credential Patrol Security Officer to protect government facilities and assets. This part-time role emphasizes access control, credential verification, and a visible security presence to deter incidents.

You will work Saturday and Sunday mornings, with a pay rate of $21.85 per hour, driving required and a valid guard card and driver’s license are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience or a college degree in criminal justice.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• A valid driver’s license is required per policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and the public by following security procedures.
• Monitor and control access to buildings, restricted areas, and parking facilities by verifying IDs and credentials.
• Operate access control systems, maintain visitor records, issue and recover temporary credentials, and report discrepancies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular patrols of buildings, grounds, entrances, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized access.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Observational skills

Education

College degree in criminal justice

High school diploma

Tools

Access control systems

Badge management

Job description

Allied Universal in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking an Armed Credential Patrol Security Officer to protect government facilities and assets. This part-time role emphasizes access control, credential verification, and a visible security presence to deter incidents.

You will work Saturday and Sunday mornings, with a pay rate of $21.85 per hour, driving required and a valid guard card and driver’s license are essential.