Part-Time Armed Access Control Specialist (Transit)

Allied Universal; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal Security Officer (Part Time Armed Access Control Specialist) in Jacksonville, FL monitors entry points, verifies credentials, manages visitor access, and patrols facilities at transportation locations. You will deliver customer service and uphold security procedures to deter incidents.

The role offers a flexible, part-time schedule with shifts including daytime hours. A Certified Protection Officer credential and armed guard license are required, along with background checks and

Qualifications

• Possess a Certified Protection Officer certification.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience 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.
• 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 clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a transportation facility.
• Control access to rail operations areas, facilities, and restricted locations by verifying credentials, maintaining visitor logs, and following site-specific entry procedures.
• Monitor access points, gates, and surrounding activity; report unauthorized access attempts, suspicious activity, and maintenance concerns according to established protocols.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site personnel and/or emergency responders as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned buildings, rail yard access areas, parking locations, and perimeter boundaries to help deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Education

Certified Protection Officer certification

Armed guard license

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal Security Officer (Part Time Armed Access Control Specialist) in Jacksonville, FL monitors entry points, verifies credentials, manages visitor access, and patrols facilities at transportation locations. You will deliver customer service and uphold security procedures to deter incidents.

The role offers a flexible, part-time schedule with shifts including daytime hours. A Certified Protection Officer credential and armed guard license are required, along with background checks and