Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Information Desk

Allied Universal; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation after one year

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced – Information Desk in Lakeland, FL. The role offers flexible hours with fixed anchor shifts and opportunities to pick up extra shifts to increase earnings, while maintaining a consistent schedule.

The position emphasizes front-desk customer service, access control, and incident response at a distribution site, with pay at $15.00 per hour and part-time arrangements designed to grow toward full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Guard card/license preferred.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law and company policy.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may vary by state/locality.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service at the front desk for clients, visitors, drivers, and vendors, following site security procedures.
• Greet and screen visitors, verify identifications, issue credentials, and direct individuals according to access-control rules.
• Monitor entry activity and security systems; maintain visitor, contractor, and delivery records.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and emergencies; notify appropriate personnel.
• Support a professional front-desk environment by answering calls and reporting unusual activity to management.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Security procedures

Access control

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 Information Desk in Lakeland, 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: $15.00 / 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 clients, visitors, drivers, and/or vendors at the front desk of a logistics and distribution location by carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures and policies.
• Greet and screen incoming visitors, verify identification and appointments, issue visitor credentials, and direct individuals according to established access‑control procedures.
• Monitor entry activity, incoming communications, and security‑related systems as assigned; maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and delivery records.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, following emergency response activities and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Support a professional front‑desk environment by answering calls, providing basic site information, and reporting unusual activity or policy concerns to Allied Universal leadership and/or site management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least one year of security‑related experience.
• A guard card/license is 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:

• 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.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1716279