Security Officer Part Time TWIC Credentialing

Allied Universal; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a part-time Security Officer in Newport News, VA to protect client facilities, manage access points, and verify credentials including TWIC cards. You will patrol critical zones, maintain logs, and respond to incidents to maintain a secure environment.

The role requires TSA TWIC credential, 18+ (21+ for armed), a high school diploma, and a background check with drug screening where lawful. A driver’s license is needed for driving positions.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include TSA-issued TWIC credential.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles and 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check conducted per federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and contractors by following site-specific access-control procedures.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, maintain logs, and direct authorized personnel and vehicles.
• Observe vehicle traffic, report irregularities, and communicate with site contacts and leadership.
• Respond to incidents calmly following established protocols and contacting appropriate emergency services.
• Conduct regular patrols of access points, loading areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Access control procedures

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

As a Security Officer Part Time TWIC Credentialing in Newport News, VA, 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. As an Access Control Officer at a dynamic logistics and distribution location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials including TSA-issued TWIC cards, and support a secure, welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and deliveries. You will maintain a professional presence, communicate clearly, document activity, and help deter security-related incidents. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $16.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and/or contractors by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and/or delivery appointments, maintain visitor and contractor logs, and direct authorized personnel and vehicles according to site procedures.
• Observe inbound and outbound vehicle traffic, report irregularities involving gates, docks, trailers, and restricted areas, and communicate relevant information to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and contacting appropriate personnel or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking locations, business operations, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a TSA‑issued Transportation Worker Identification Credential TWIC.
• 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.