Armed Transit Security Officer – Part-Time, Flexible Shifts

Allied Universal; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Smart tools

Benefits package

Holiday pay

Vacation after year

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a part-time Security Officer – Enhanced with armed capabilities. The role offers flexible shifts and the chance to pick up extra hours through the scheduling platform, with a base fixed shift and potential to grow into a fuller schedule.

The position emphasizes customer service, adherence to site policies, and proactive security measures across government sites, with training opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license is required in the state where the job is located.
• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or 5 years of security-related experience or a college degree in criminal justice.
• Armed guard card or license.
• A guard card or license is required.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry in accordance with site-specific procedures, assisting with the protection of public property and restricted areas.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required documentation regarding incidents, observations, patrols, and other security-related activities.

Skills

Customer service

Security procedures

Incident reporting

Emergency response

Scheduling flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Criminal justice degree

Job description

Allied Universal in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a part-time Security Officer – Enhanced with armed capabilities. The role offers flexible shifts and the chance to pick up extra hours through the scheduling platform, with a base fixed shift and potential to grow into a fuller schedule.

The position emphasizes customer service, adherence to site policies, and proactive security measures across government sites, with training opportunities and benefits.