Security Officer Armed Perimeter Security

Allied Universal; Cabot (AR); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal, Cabot, AR, is hiring a Part-Time Security Officer (Armed Perimeter Security) to safeguard healthcare locations. You will patrol, deter incidents, assist staff and visitors, and maintain professional conduct while ensuring patient privacy.

The role requires an armed guard card and a minimum of 21 years old, with prior security or law enforcement experience preferred. Weekend shifts are available, with pay and benefits typical for the region.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security experience or a college degree.
• Armed guard card or license is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Industry-specific security training will be provided.
• Licensing requirements may apply locally.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and vendors while following security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, and critical situations calmly and according to protocols.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of the facility, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity; assist with access control and report suspicious activity.
• Complete accurate activity logs and incident reports while maintaining patient privacy.

Skills

Customer service

Security awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree

Tools

Armed guard card

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 Perimeter Security in Cabot, AR, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, 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. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer at a healthcare location, where you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate professionally, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Our agile, reliable, innovative team puts people first and delivers through teamwork.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.79 / Hour

Weekly Pay

Job Schedule:

• Sat 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM


• Sun 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and/or vendors while carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and emergency response activities within a healthcare environment.


• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, behavioral health concerns, and other critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.


• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security‑related concerns.


• Monitor access points and visitor activity, assist with access control procedures, and report suspicious activity, hazards, and/or policy violations to site leadership.


• Complete accurate activity logs, incident reports, and other required documentation while maintaining a professional presence and respecting patient privacy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least three years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security‑related experience or a college degree.


• Possess an armed guard card or license.


• Customer service experience is preferred.


• Loss prevention experience is preferred.


• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.