Security Officer Armed Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced in Boston, MA. The role focuses on armed, part-time patrols with fixed anchor shifts and opportunities to pick up additional shifts. Earn $25.00 per hour with a schedule that includes daytime hours.

Candidates must meet security requirements and pass background and drug screenings. Responsibilities include customer service to staff and visitors, responding to incidents, and conducting regular patrols of financial institutions

Qualifications

• Concealed carry permit required.
• At least one year of security experience.
• Must be 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check as per laws.
• Criminal histories considered per laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and customers following security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of designated facilities to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access control points and verify credentials; report anomalies.
• Maintain armed post qualifications and incident/patrol documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Armed patrol

Emergency response

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol in Boston, MA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon08:45 AM - 05:15 PM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment ("Anchor Shifts"): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and customers by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating matters according to established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of financial institution facilities, access points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access control points and visitor activity, verify credentials as required, and report unusual conditions or policy violations.
• Maintain required armed post qualifications, carry authorized equipment in accordance with applicable laws and company policy, and complete accurate incident and patrol documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid concealed carry weapons permit.
• Have at least one year of security-related experience.
• 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.li>
• 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.

Closing

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.