Security Officer - Armed Patrol

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.

As a Security Officer – Armed Patrol in Dorchester, MA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as financial institutions. 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:  As an Armed Patrol Officer at a financial institution location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that helps deter incidents.

You will respond to security‑related concerns, support staff and visitors with clear communication and customer service, and document activities.

Position Type:
Part Time
Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

• Mon 08:45 AM – 04:15 PM
• Tue 08:15 AM – 05:15 PM
• Thu 08:45 AM – 04:15 PM

• 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.

• Provide customer service to clients at a financial institution location by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, coordinating with site contacts and public emergency services as needed.
• Control access to the facility by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials and/or visitor authorization, and directing visitors according to site procedures.
• Complete detailed security‑related reports and shift documentation, including incident reports, patrol logs, and observations, and communicate pertinent information during post turnovers.

• Possess a concealed carry weapons permit.
• Have 1+ years of security‑related experience.
• Have 1+ years of armed security‑related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Provide proof of a high‑school diploma and/or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21+ years of age.
• 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.

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:

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