Security Officer Enhanced Armed Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol in Boston, MA. This role offers reliable fixed shifts with the flexibility to pick up additional shifts and earn more through our scheduling platform.

The position pays $25.00 per hour and supports a part-time schedule with opportunities to scale up to 40 hours per week. Responsibilities include security procedures at a financial institution location, incident response, and armed patrols.

Qualifications

• Concealed Carry Weapons Permit required.
• At least 1 year of security-related experience required.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors while following site policies and security procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies calmly and document observations.
• Conduct armed patrols at the facility, parking areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, deliveries, and visitor activity.
• Support cash handling/opening/closing activities while maintaining a visible presence.

Skills

Concealed Carry Weapons Permit

Security experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

As a 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/or vendors by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a financial institution location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the facility, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, deliveries, and/or visitor activity in accordance with post orders and security‑related protocols for a financial services environment.
• Support cash handling, opening and closing activities, and/or other sensitive operations by maintaining a visible presence and reporting suspicious behavior, hazards, and/or policy violations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a Concealed Carry Weapons Permit.
• Have at least 1 year of security‑related experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• 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.

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.