Security Officer Part Time Access Control

Allied Universal; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Retirement plan

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Birmingham, AL seeks a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Access Control to provide reliable, flexible hours with a six‑month anchor shift. Earn more through the Claim-A-Shift program across multiple sites and build experience while maintaining a base schedule.

Pay rate is $13.24 per hour. The role emphasizes customer service to patients, visitors, and staff, with responsibilities including incident response and patrols, ensuring site policies, and documenting activities.

Qualifications

• Experience with access control and badge systems preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff following security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of healthcare facilities, parking areas, entrances and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, deterring unauthorized access and disruptions.
• Document observations and incidents accurately and promptly.

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 Access Control in Birmingham, AL, 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: $13.24 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sat: 07:00 AM - 07:00 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 patients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout healthcare facilities, parking areas, entrances, and surrounding perimeter.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with site-specific policies, helping to deter unauthorized access and disruptive behavior.
• Document observations, incidents, and patrol activities accurately and promptly in accordance with Allied Universal and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.