Security Officer Part Time Vehicle Perimeter

Allied Universal; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Bowie, MD seeks a Part Time Security Officer (Vehicle Perimeter). You will patrol the perimeter and vehicle zones, greet visitors, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for customers and staff.

This role offers flexible day/evening shifts, a competitive $18/hour pay rate, and opportunities to advance within Allied Universal's growing security team.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Guard card/license preferred.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check as per laws.
• Drug screen required.
• State/local licensing requirements may apply.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to customers, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures and location-specific policies.
• Respond to incidents calmly and escalate as needed according to procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols throughout the retail location, including entrances, parking areas, and perimeter zones.
• Deter theft, unauthorized activity, and policy violations through visible presence and timely reporting of suspicious activity.
• Monitor access points and maintain records of incidents, patrols, and concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol

Security procedures

Incident response

Access control

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 Vehicle Perimeter in Bowie, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, 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 a driving Security Officer at a retail location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate professionally with visitors and team members, and support a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeFri06:00 PM - 12:00 AMSat06:00 PM - 12:00 AMSun06:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to customers, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to established procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the retail location, including sales areas, entrances, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter areas.
• Help to deter theft, unauthorized activity, and policy violations through visible presence, observation, and timely reporting of suspicious activity.
• Monitor access points and observe customer and employee activity while maintaining accurate records of incidents, patrols, and security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A guard card/license 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.

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.