Security Officer Armed Patrol

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 Armed Patrol in Atlanta, GA
, 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:  Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer serving a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security‑related incidents, and support a professional environment through strong customer service and communication.

This is a driving post that offers the opportunity to work with a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative while acting with integrity and putting people first.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.62 / Hour

Schedule:

• Saturday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
• Sunday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or members of the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with supervisors, public officials, and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, offices, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and help to enforce entry procedures for employees, contractors, and/or visitors, verifying credentials and reporting suspicious behavior or policy violations.
• Support public health and administrative operations by maintaining a visible presence, following post orders, and assisting with security-related concerns in accordance with local laws and Allied Universal standards.

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Must be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Must have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Client requires proof of high school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a DD214 with honorable discharge, an associate degree, 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry‑specific security training programs.
• 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.

• 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.

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.