Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Patrol Response

Allied Universal • Ashland, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Patrol Response in Ashland, Virginia. The role provides consistent hours at an assigned site, with the option to pick up additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. The designated site and weekly anchor shift require a six-month commitment. Employees may build up to a full-time schedule of as many as 40 hours per week and may scale back when needed. The position pays $21.00 per hour and is scheduled Fridays and Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The officer serves at a technology-focused location, providing customer service and carrying out site-specific security procedures, policies, and emergency response activities. Duties include unarmed patrols, monitoring access and visitor activity, responding to incidents, and maintaining accurate reports and communications.

Applicants must meet age and education requirements and are subject to background and drug screening, as permitted by law. Security licensing may be required under applicable state or local regulations. A valid driver’s license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local security licensing requirements; a license may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver’s license if applying for a driving position.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel, following site-specific security procedures and policies and carrying out emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations; document observations and notify appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, parking areas, entry points, loading areas, and perimeter to identify unusual activity, hazards, and security concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity according to site procedures, maintaining orderly entry and supporting authorized access to designated areas.
• Complete accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and patrol documentation, and communicate relevant security information to supervisors and site personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plans
• Disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED