Security Officer Patrol Credential Validation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools platform for claiming more

Career growth opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Upper Marlboro, MD is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer to patrol and safeguard a utilities location. You will monitor access, conduct patrols, and provide courteous service to employees, contractors, and visitors while enforcing site rules and reporting incidents.

The role emphasizes customer service, access control, and a professional presence to deter incidents. A HS diploma and background check are preferred; drug screen may apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigations per applicable laws.
• Drug screen as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and/or vendors at a utility generation location by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, operational areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual conditions and help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, visitor authorization, and contractor entry requirements in accordance with site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; communicate observations and coordinate with appropriate site personnel and emergency responders.
• Prepare accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift documentation, and promptly report security-related concerns, hazards, or maintenance issues to Allied Universal supervision and site contacts.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge experience

Background check

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 Patrol Credential Validation in Upper Marlboro, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, 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. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Security Officer supporting a utilities location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, manage access control activities, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. Bring your professionalism to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and committed to integrity, teamwork, and a caring culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon01:30 PM - 05:30 PMTue01:30 PM - 05:30 PMWed01:30 PM - 05:30 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and/or vendors at a utility generation location by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, operational areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual conditions and help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, visitor authorization, and contractor entry requirements in accordance with site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; communicate observations and coordinate with appropriate site personnel and emergency responders.
• Prepare accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift documentation, and promptly report security-related concerns, hazards, or maintenance issues to Allied Universal supervision and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2 years of security-related experience is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• 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.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1743906