Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Assessment

Allied Universal; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Holiday pay

Vacation after one year

Employee perks discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Newport News, VA is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Assessment to provide dependable coverage at a fixed site with optional overtime by picking up extra shifts.

The role offers a part-time schedule with an anchor shift, opportunities to advance into full-time roles, and comprehensive benefits. A required armed guard license, background screen, and drug testing are part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• Armed guard card or license required.
• Must be 21 years or older for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation and drug screen required.
• Licensing requirements governed by state/local laws; may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services and respond to incidents per site procedures.
• Conduct armed patrols of interior/exterior areas and deter unauthorized activity.
• Verify credentials and control access at the facility; document entries and exits.
• Maintain daily activity reports, incident logs, and communicate observations to site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

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.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Assessment in Newport News, VA, 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: $17.95 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri03:00 PM - 11:00 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 clients by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities within a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor and control access to the facility by verifying credentials, screening authorized visitors and contractors, and documenting entry and exit activity.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports, incident documentation, and patrol logs, and communicate relevant observations to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements:

• An armed guard card or license is required.
• 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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.