Security Officer Part Time Afternoons

Allied Universal; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings Plan

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a part-time Security Officer for afternoon shifts. You will protect client sites across logistics and distribution, control access points, greet visitors, and respond to incidents with professional service.

This role emphasizes flexible scheduling (Tue/Wed/Thu 3:00 PM–11:00 PM), customer service, and adherence to site policies. A HS diploma and background check are required; driving license only for driving positions; earn $18.75 per hour.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles (21+ for armed).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check required by federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law; licensing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and delivery personnel following site policies.
• Monitor entry points, verify credentials, and manage visitor/vehicle access.
• Respond to incidents calmly and report observations to leadership or responders.
• Conduct regular patrols of facilities and report security concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrols

Incident response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Security Officer Part Time Afternoons

Job Locations: US-IA-Cedar Rapids

• Category (Portal Searching)
• Workdays Available: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
• Shifts Available: Afternoon
• Business Unit: AUS

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

As a Security Officer Part Time Afternoons in Cedar Rapids, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, 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. As an Access Control Officer at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor access activity, and support a welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and drivers. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate clearly, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable team, where a caring culture and innovation help people thrive.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tue: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Wed: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Thur: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and/or delivery personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, manage visitor and vehicle entry, and maintain accurate access-control records for a logistics and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; communicate observations to site leadership and/or emergency responders as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, loading areas, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, policy violations, damaged access-control equipment, and other security-related conditions in accordance with Allied Universal and site procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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.

Requisition ID: 2026-1672777