Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Experienced Patrol Specialist

Allied Universal; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal® in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with flexibility to earn more by picking up extra shifts through our scheduling platform.

Pay rate is $21.32 per hour. The role includes fixed anchor shifts for six months, unarmed patrols, access control, and responsive incident handling at a financial institution, with room to grow toward a full‑time schedule.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort with computers or tablets.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and access concerns calmly and document activities.
• Conduct regular patrols of the facility, offices, and parking areas.
• Monitor access points and verify visitor authorization.
• Maintain daily activity reports and notify leadership of observations.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol / security

Access control

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Experienced Patrol Specialist in Columbus, OH, 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: $21.32 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sun – 07:00 AM - 03:00 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, visitors, and employees at a financial institution by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.


• Respond to incidents, alarms, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; document activities according to site procedures.


• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, offices, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to help identify and report unusual conditions or security-related concerns.


• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as required by site policies, and provide directions or assistance to visitors.


• Maintain accurate daily activity reports and communicate observations, incidents, and maintenance concerns to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.


• Customer service experience is preferred.


• Access control and badge experience is preferred.


• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.


• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.


• 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.

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.