Security Officer Entry Level Part Time Mornings

Allied Universal; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools: claim more shifts

Career Growth: training and growth

Financial Benefits: retirement plan

Exclusive Perks: discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company in North America, is seeking a Part Time Security Officer Alarm Response Patrol in Sandston, VA. You will monitor alarm panels and access control, conduct patrols, and maintain a visible presence to deter incidents while delivering excellent customer service.

The role emphasizes flexibility, a schedule built around shifts, and use of computer or tablet tools to document activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Background check and drug screen are required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergencies as needed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, data center-adjacent areas, parking facilities, access points, and perimeter to identify unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access activity and verify visitor, contractor, and delivery credentials; maintain logs and incident documentation.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; escalate to site contacts and emergency responders as needed.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Alarm panel experience

Comfort using a computer/tablet

Access control and badge experience

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.

As a Security Officer Alarm Response Patrol in Sandston, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location. You will monitor alarm panels and access control systems, conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and provide outstanding customer service. Use computer or tablet tools to document activities and communicate professionally while demonstrating our agile, reliable, innovative, caring, team-focused, and integrity-driven values.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sat 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Sun 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, data center-adjacent areas, parking facilities, access points, and the surrounding perimeter to help identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access activity and verify visitor, contractor, and delivery credentials in accordance with site-specific requirements; maintain accurate logs and incident documentation.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to appropriate site contacts and emergency responders as needed.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership while supporting a professional, orderly environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid qualifications are preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience 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:

• 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.

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.