Security Officer State Department

Security Officer State Department

Job Location s: US-MA-Boston

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.

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:  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.

Part Time

$21.35 per hour

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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: