Security Officer - Armed Response

Allied Universal; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Reno, NV is seeking a Security Officer – Enhanced Part Time Armed to provide dependable, flexible coverage at a government location. The role offers fixed anchor shifts, additional pickup opportunities, and earnings potential through the Earn More program.

Responsibilities include access control, incident response, armed patrols, and visitor screening. Minimum requirements include law enforcement or military training, 21+ for armed roles, a high school diploma, and successful

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program or equivalent.
• Armed Guard Card or license preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Willingness to complete industry security training programs.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public at a government location with site procedures and access-control requirements.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally following post orders.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, documenting visitor activity and incidents as required.
• Maintain awareness of local conditions and communicate security observations to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Access control

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed Guard Card

CPR/First Aid certification

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.

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.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Response in Reno, NV, 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: $22.66 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue 07:45 AM - 05:45 PM
• Sat 07:30 AM - 04:45 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 visitors, employees, and/or members of the public at a government location by carrying out site‑specific procedures, access‑control requirements, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following applicable post orders and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security‑related concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials as required, documenting visitor activity, incidents, and unusual conditions in accordance with site procedures.
• Maintain awareness of local conditions and communicate security‑related observations, hazards, and/or maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be a graduate of a Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program or equivalent.
• An Armed Guard Card or license is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification are 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.

PILB #1863

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.