Security Officer Armed Part Time Property Patrol

Allied Universal; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is seeking a Security Officer Armed Part Time Property Patrol in Atlanta, GA. You will protect clients across government locations, maintain a visible presence, and respond to incidents in a calm, professional manner.

As a part-time armed officer, you can build a flexible schedule using our Claim a Shift platform while earning a competitive hourly pay and gaining access to training and career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Armed security‑related, law enforcement, or military experience required.
• Armed guard card or license required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while following security procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas and perimeters.
• Respond to incidents and alarms in a calm, professional manner according to post orders.
• Control access to restricted areas by verifying credentials and logging visitors.

Skills

Armed security experience

Customer service

Age 21+

Lifting 20+ pounds

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

As a Security Officer Armed Part Time Property Patrol in Atlanta, GA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Security Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to evolving situations. You will provide outstanding customer service and clear communication while supporting a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
• Thur 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
• Sat 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• 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.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual activity, unauthorized access, and potential hazards.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and applicable procedures.
• Control access to restricted areas by verifying credentials, monitoring entry and exit activity, and documenting visitor, contractor, and delivery information as required.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain clear communication with site contacts, law enforcement, emergency responders, and Allied Universal leadership when appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of armed security‑related, law enforcement, or military experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds 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.

Why Join Us:

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.