Security Officer Part Time Unarmed Patrol Response

Allied Universal; Carthage (MS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation after one year

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced in Carthage, MS. The role offers fixed anchor shifts with the option to pick up additional shifts via our scheduling platform, enabling you to increase earnings while gaining experience across sites.

The position pays $15.66 per hour and features a schedule with a Monday night shift. Applicants will undergo required background checks and a drug screen; high school diploma is required, and lifting up to 20 pounds may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 18+ years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background investigation and drug screen required by law.
• Ability to lift over 20 pounds is preferred.
• Licensing requirements may apply at state/local level.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies following procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols across site areas.
• Monitor access points and maintain logs per site rules.
• Report hazards, equipment concerns, and policy violations.

Skills

Customer service

Incident response

Patrols

Site security procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

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 Unarmed Patrol Response in Carthage, MS, 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: $15.66 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

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 employees, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, following established reporting and escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout food production, warehouse, shipping, receiving, parking, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with site requirements, maintaining accurate logs and documentation.
• Report observed hazards, equipment concerns, policy violations, and unusual conditions to appropriate site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds 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:

• 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.

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.