Security Officer Armed Setting

Alliedbarton Security Services; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Scheduling platform

Career growth

Retirement savings plan

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Enhanced Security Officer in West Springfield, MA. This role offers fixed shifts with options to pick up extra shifts via a scheduling platform to increase earnings.

The pay rate is $26.93 per hour, with day shifts available in a 40-hour week capacity if desired. Responsibilities include customer service, incident response, armed patrols, and access control, with eligibility for license and background checks as required.

Qualifications

• Armed guard card or license.
• 21+ years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check in accordance with laws.
• Drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required.
• Driver's license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and clients at a financial institution by carrying out site-specific security procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, suspicious activity, and critical situations in a calm, professional manner.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of the facility, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for restricted areas per site policies.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain documentation regarding patrols and incidents.

Skills

Armed guard card

Education

High school diploma

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 Armed Setting in West Springfield, 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: $26.93 / 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 clients at a financial institution by carrying out site‑specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, suspicious activity, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• 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 verify authorization for individuals entering restricted areas in accordance with site policies and applicable procedures.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required documentation regarding patrols, incidents, observations, and other security-related activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• 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.

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.