Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Security Patrol

Allied Universal; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time shifts

Earn more with additional shifts

Paid training

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol in Clearwater, Florida. This role offers reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the opportunity to pick up additional shifts through our scheduling platform.

Pay rate is $24.50 per hour and the position supports part-time schedules with potential to build toward full-time hours up to 40 per week.

Qualifications

• Three years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security experience or a college degree.
• Armed guard card or license.
• Age 21 or older for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required under federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Willingness to complete industry-specific security training.
• Licensing requirements may vary by state/local laws and may be required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and authorized personnel at a government facility.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeters to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials per site requirements.
• Prepare incident reports and communicate information to leadership and emergency responders.

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 Security Patrol in Clearwater, FL, 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: $24.50 / Hour

Job Schedule DayTimeThur03:00 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 visitors, employees, and authorized personnel at a government facility by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for visitors, contractors, and personnel in accordance with site requirements.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, activity logs, and other required documentation, and communicate relevant information to site leadership and/or emergency responders.

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.
• 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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.