Security Officer - Social Services

Allied Universal; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Holidays paid time and a half

Vacation after one year

Disability insurance

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Patrol in Bellingham, WA. You will serve clients, maintain a visible security presence, and support access control while delivering professional customer service.

This full-time, unarmed role requires a background check and a drug screen as part of employment. The position offers an hourly pay rate of $23.00 and a schedule Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with duties including incident response, patrols, and client support across various

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security-related experience required.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or batons preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures and policies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and effectively.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter.

Skills

Customer service

Security experience

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

As a Security Officer Patrol in Bellingham, WA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, support access control activities, and provide professional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture puts people first and integrity and teamwork guide every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM
• Tue: 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM
• Wed: 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM
• Thur: 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM
• Fri: 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site‑specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or batons is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans.
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services 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.

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.