Security Officer Armed Patrol

Allied Universal; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Financial Benefits

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Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Armed Patrol in Atlanta, GA. This part-time position involves patrolling government locations, monitoring access, and providing high-quality customer service while maintaining a visible security presence.

Ideal candidates have a background in armed security, law enforcement, or military police training, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience in security or public-facing roles.
• Armed security experience preferred (1+ year).
• Ability to communicate clearly and handle incidents calmly.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and the public by following security procedures and local policy.
• Respond to incidents calmly, document observations, and coordinate with supervisors or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, offices, parking areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Law enforcement or military training

DD214 or related certificate

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 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. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer serving a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security‑related incidents, and support a professional environment through strong customer service and communication. This is a driving post that offers the opportunity to work with a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative while acting with integrity and putting people first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.62 / Hour

Schedule:

• Saturday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
• Sunday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or members of the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with supervisors, public officials, and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, offices, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and help to enforce entry procedures for employees, contractors, and/or visitors, verifying credentials and reporting suspicious behavior or policy violations.
• Support public health and administrative operations by maintaining a visible presence, following post orders, and assisting with security-related concerns in accordance with local laws and Allied Universal standards.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Must be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Must have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Client requires proof of high school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a DD214 with honorable discharge, an associate degree, 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.