Security Officer - Hotel Resort 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 - Hotel Resort Patrol in Tampa, FL
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Hotels & Resorts, 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:  As an unarmed patrol officer with Allied Universal at a hotel and resort location, you will actively monitor and patrol assigned areas to help deter security‑related incidents and promote a welcoming environment.

By maintaining a visible presence and delivering exceptional customer service, you will support a positive guest experience. Join a team that values integrity, agility, and innovation, where people come first and teamwork drives success.

• Thu 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Fri 08:00 PM - 04:00 AM
• Sat 08:00 PM - 04:00 AM

• 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 guests and staff by carrying out security‑related procedures and site‑specific policies, responding when appropriate to emergency situations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations throughout the hotel and resort property in a calm, problem‑solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the hotel, including guest areas, back‑of‑house spaces, and the perimeter, to help deter unwanted activity and identify potential concerns.
• Observe and report any suspicious activities, hazards, or maintenance issues encountered during patrols to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with access control by monitoring entrances and exits, verifying credentials when needed, and directing visitors as appropriate.
• Support Allied Universal management and hotel staff during emergency response activities such as fire alarms, evacuations, or medical incidents.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and observations as required by Allied Universal and site‑specific protocols.

• A guard card or security license 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.

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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