Security Officer State Department

Allied Universal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career growth

Retirement plan

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for a State Site in Boston, MA. The role runs 11 PM–7 AM on Friday and Saturday, and 3 PM–11 PM on Sunday, with starting pay of $21.35 per hour and paid orientation/training.

You will monitor access, patrol premises, assist visitors, and respond to incidents with professionalism. Join a people-first culture that values reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 (unarmed) or 21+ (armed) per role.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen as part of employment.
• Valid driver's license if required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and enforce site procedures at a government location.
• Respond to incidents calmly and document details for the team.
• Conduct regular patrols of buildings and perimeter areas.
• Monitor entrances and assist visitors and staff per post orders.
• Complete required reports and communicate observations clearly.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Patrols

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Access control systems

Job description

Security Officer State Department

Job Locations: US-MA-Boston

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

Allied Universal is currently hiring a part‑time Security Officer for a State Site in Boston, MA. The position is 11 PM – 7 AM on Friday and Saturday, and 3 PM – 11 PM on Sunday. Starting pay is $21.35 per hour, with paid orientation and training.

As a Security Officer in Boston, MA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as government, 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 officer in a government location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help deter security‑related incidents. You will support a professional environment through strong communication, customer service, and teamwork, while bringing integrity, reliability, and innovation to each shift in a people‑first culture.

Position Type

Part Time

Pay Rate

$21.35 per hour

Job Schedule

• Friday: 11:00 PM – 07:00 AM
• Saturday: 11:00 PM – 07:00 AM
• Sunday: 03:00 PM – 11:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service by carrying out site‑specific procedures, access control activities, and/or emergency response support at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting details and communicating with appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and report security‑related concerns.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and public areas, assisting visitors and staff while following post orders and established protocols.
• Support day‑to‑day operations by completing required reports, maintaining awareness of changing site conditions, and communicating observations related to security‑related matters.

Minimum Requirements

• 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 your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.