Security Officer Armed Patrol

Allied Universal • Sandwich, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Armed Enhanced Part Time Perimeter Patrol in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. The position provides reliable hours at an assigned government military installation, with the option to claim additional shifts through a scheduling platform. The assigned weekly shift is a fixed “anchor shift” requiring a six-month commitment. Additional shifts may allow the employee to increase hours up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. Pay is $23.00 per hour. The listed shift is Thursday, 9:30 PM–6:00 AM.

The officer provides customer service and site security, conducts armed patrols, monitors access, responds to incidents and alarms, and documents activity while following post orders, applicable laws, use-of-force guidelines, and company policies. Applicants are subject to background investigation and drug screening as permitted by law and must participate in industry-specific security training.

Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Have at least 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• 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 drug screening as a condition of employment to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required prior to employment.
• Possess a valid driver’s license if assigned to a driving position.

Nice To Haves

• CPR and First Aid certification.
• A valid firearms permit.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and authorized contractors by carrying out site-specific security procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities at a government military installation.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations, following established post orders and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials as assigned, and accurately document visitor activity, patrol observations, incidents, and other required information.
• Maintain a professional armed presence while complying with applicable laws, post orders, use-of-force guidelines, and Allied Universal policies.
• Participate in industry-specific security-related training programs.

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 through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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